Volume 8 Issue 4
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
 Odds & Ends | April Calendar of Events
Special Recognition To Our Residents:
  •  A special thanks to Delores Egan who helped us fold and prepare the newsletters in March. It was our first time of running it in-house and there was a lot of trial and error! But we were successful and the end result was a success! Thanks Dee for your help!
     
  • Warm thanks also to these volunteers who spent a lot of time folding and folding and folding the Resident Photo Directory which is now ready for distribution. Diane McDaniel, LaVerne Luttermoser, Bette McCullough, Delores Eagan and Joe & Pat Kleindl worked very hard in getting the directories ready to go! Thanks Joe for the great stapling job! More information on how to get your copy of the directory is in the Karen’s Korner article in this newsletter. Thank you to all who worked so hard to get the job completed! Special thanks to Andrea Ricketts for an awesome computer job on the project!
     
  • Did you see Bob Luttermoser out on Tienken cleaning up the winter garbage? Thank you Bob for making our entrance beautiful! And a special thanks to Larry & Ann Moran’s grandson for doing work out here on cleaning-up for us!




WAFFLE/PANCAKE BRUNCH
Sunday, April 1st from 12:00 - 2:00 pm
$5.00/Person

Join with your neighbors and friends in celebrating Palm Sunday and enjoy a waffle and/or pancake with your choice of topping, sausage, yogurt, fruit, danishes, choice of juice, coffee and/or tea. You won’t be disappointed! Sit back and relax and leave feeling satisfied! No “April Fools” .. Just plain ole’ fun! See you there!

Sign-up Is Still Available! If you are interested, let us know NOW!

 


 

DOWN TO EARTH SOCIAL POT-LUCK
In Celebration of Earth Day
Friday, April 20th at 6:00 pm
$8.00/Person

The first BBQ Burgers of 2007 on the Grill !

Come for a night of fun at the Clubhouse! After dinner, we will be “digging” our heels into the ground and having dancing and music by the DANCING DJ’S. Carl and his wife will provide the entertainment; you’ll benefit the fun! They will be doing all kinds of music and all kinds of dances. Maybe you’ll learn a new one; or have fun practicing those you already know! Guaranteed fun either way!

Bring a dish to go with the burgers to pass.
BYOB if desired. Soda, iced tea, coffee and hot tea will be available for your pleasure. Come celebrate with us!

Sign-up by 4-13 (25)

Shaw Festival 2007
Heritage in the Hills Sponsored Trip
June 27 - June 28, 2007

Plan to join with your neighbors and friends to travel to Niagara-on-the-Lake in Ontario for this festival fun!

We will travel by coach to The Holiday Inn in St. Catharines, Ontario where we will stay the night of June 27th. On Wednesday, June 27th at 8:00 pm we will travel to The Festival Theatre where we will see Mack and Mabel. We will also see A Month in the Country on Thursday, June 28th at 2:00 pm at The Court House Theatre. We will enjoy dinner together at The Holiday Inn on Wednesday before the theatre and also breakfast on the 28th before beginning our fun day. There will be plenty of time for shopping in St.
Catharines and in all the unique shops of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Come learn more about the trip and submit your deposit to hold your place as registration is limited! The meeting will be WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18TH AT 4:00 PM. Can’t make the meeting? Call Karen for more information and/or to register. Hope you travel with us!!
 

NOTES OF THANKS

Clifford Jones sends his thanks: Heritage in the Hills Friends and Neighbors: Such a nice surprise receiving the beautiful bouquet. Was like springtime entering our house to cheer us! Thank You!

From the Women & Teens Pregnancy Centers - Thank you for the beautiful receiving blankets. What a blessing you are to us! Thank you for all your loving work. In Christ,
Cyndy Snyder

Jerry Bishop writes: Dear Friends at Heritage in the Hills: Thank you very much for sending the colorful basket of flowers after my recent surgery, and for all the prayers, cards, phone calls and food. It’s great to live in such a caring community. Your thoughtfulness is really appreciated. Thanks again!

KARAOKE IS COMING IN MAY!

Mark Your Calendar NOW  - So You Don’t Miss It!!

CHAIR EXERCISE CLASS

EVERY TUESDAY FROM 4:30 - 5:30 PM - $10/Month - WITH PAT HALSTEAD

Level of this class is appropriate for individuals who are fit and active as well as sedentary, intimidated or unfamiliar with exercise, entering post rehabilitation program, and/or for the older adults who enjoy a positive social environment. The goals are to minimize age-related physical degeneration. To improve six health and skilled related fitness components: muscular strength endurance, flexibility, body composition, balance and hand-eye coordination. Mostly to have fun! A very popular class; be sure to come check it out!

PACERS WALKING CLUB

Heritage Walk Club Begins Friday, April 20th at 10:00

“Walking” is defined as a means of escape, a way to get away from artificial lights and into the fresh air. It’s the “perfect” exercise - can do good for your physical as well as your mental well-being. Not only will your spirits be lifted; but your weight and blood pressure will be gradually reduced and
enhanced by the exercise! Ready to join us?

With us you can walk at your own pace. We will travel by bus to many beautiful trails throughout our county. Perhaps we will even stop for lunch following our walk. Watch the schedule to know what we will be doing. Bring your friends and join us! On our first gathering (FRIDAY, APRIL 20TH AT 10:00 AM) we will walk in our own community and take along some garbage bags and do a little spring clean-up along our streets in celebration of Earth Day. The following week (FRIDAY, APRIL 27th AT 10:00 AM) we will travel to Independence-Oaks in Clarkston and walk their trails and visit their Nature Center. Won’t you join us? Put on your walking shoes, grab a bottle of water and get some exercise while having fun!


CRAVING THE URGE TO HIT THE GREENS?

Hope So ‘Cuz So Are We!

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S GOLF GROUPS BEGIN THIS MONTH!

The Men’s Group will begin with golf at Fieldstone Golf Course on Friday, April 13th with tee times beginning at 8:00 am. Cost for 18 holes is $28. They will meet each Friday thereafter. If you are interested in playing with the men, give Barry Thornton a call at 248-370-9949.

The Women’s Group will begin golf on Mon., April 16th (weather permitting). Meet in the Clubhouse parking lot at 8:45 am. Choice of course will be decided at that time. Women’s golf will continue on Monday mornings thereafter. If you have questions, please call Willie Swayze at 248-475-0012 or Diane


 

RESIDENTS IN OUR THOUGHTS …

Prayers for Continued and/or Quick Recovery To:

  • Bill Steele

  • Clifford Jones

  • Pam Erickson

  • Norm Cloyd

Ponderings From the Manager

It is so wonderful to walk outside and see the green come “shining” through of new plants and growth. Even little “ears” are popping up from daffodils and tulips. Even the trees are beginning to bud and the birds are singing their songs! Isn’t it wonderful having the sun
shining through? Well, it is the beginning of Spring; hopefully we won’t see anymore snow fall this year. However, I’m not real confident that will be! So, please be a little patient and don’t remove those orange sticks yet from your property. Let’s make sure there won’t be any more of the white stuff! At least if there is another snow fall; it won’t stick around for long and we can be happy to see it melt away FAST!

As Spring comes in I know you are all wondering about lawn cutting and clean-up. Depending on the weather, grass cutting should begin in mid-April (the 3rd week). The first “cutting” will include clean-up. As in years past, there will be a reversal of the lawn cutting schedule. This occurs to try to keep everyone happy! For this season, Phase I and III will have their lawns cut on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Hillsdale phases will be cut on Thursday and Friday. A map will be available in the Clubhouse in early April which will show specifically which day you can expect to have your lawn cut. Please remember that this is “general” schedule. Inclement weather may change your cutting day if necessary. Also when the grass is thick and long at the end of the season, the schedule may change due to extra cuttings, etc.

It is that time that you will be getting out and taking a look at how your property survived the winter months. If you see any problems which you believe were caused by a snow plow or shovel; please give us a call in the office so that we can add it to our list. Miller Landscape will be here the first couple weeks of April to repair these problems. All repairs should be completed before the first grass cutting. Just a reminder as we get into the season .. if you find you have a broken sprinkler head and you feel it was the fault of the landscapers, call and report to us in the office. Miller will call and schedule a time for the repair with you. If you decide to get the repair done on your own, Miller will not accept a receipt and will not reimburse you for that bill. So, let your fingers do the walking and call us and we will have them get in touch with you!

There are just a few Clubhouse concerns to share with you this month. First, if you come into the Clubhouse and turn on the lights; please turn them off properly. For those lights with “slider” lights; there is also a button at the bottom of the plate. Please DO NOT just push the slider down and assume the light is off. Power is still going to the light! It must be turned off by the button at the bottom. Your assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated. Secondly, groups that are using the Clubhouse on a weekly basis need to be reminded of the guidelines and procedures for using the rooms. Remember that exclusive usage will not be considered except for a Private Party. Please remember that clean-up after each meeting/event is expected and includes the following: returning the room to original set-up (tables, chairs and blinds), kitchen clean-up to include the return of all supplies to storage, washing coffee pots and urns plus all utensils used, and washing tablecloths if spillage occurs. If a meal is served, remove garbage bags to outside receptacle. Turn off all lights (restrooms included) and return the thermostat to the original setting if it has been changed. Please remember that the refrigerator may contain items that look pleasing. These food items are usually there for a purpose and are not to be used by your group. If you bring in food and there is are left-overs; take them home and do leave them at the Clubhouse on the counters, in the refrigerator or in any of the cupboards. Thank you for your cooperation in being more aware of these procedures and taking care to meet them!

The Heritage Resident Photo Directory is finally completed! You are welcome to pick-up your copy of the directory at your convenience at the Clubhouse. They will be in alphabetical order in the library on the glass table. Each directory has a label on it with everyone’s name and address. There is one directory per home. The program we used was quite frustrating; but we finally made it through it all and came out with a nice finished project. We ended up running the directory in-house with our new copier and did the best we could! I think you will find the directory an asset and a help in identifying residents. I hope next time we do this project that more of you decide to participate and include your picture. Please note that the directory in the back includes all residents. We are also looking at this being added to our website under the “Resident” only file. Throughout the month, check out the website and see if you find it there! Again, a very warm thanks to Greg Barney for all hard work and dedication to this project! Special thanks to all those who put them all together and to Andrea in the office for not losing her patience and figuring it all out so professionally! What a great team we had doing this project! Hope you enjoy it!

Did you know that the Recreation Card you have from the Auburn Hills Community Center is no longer be valid? They have changed their system! You need to take your ID (and your old card if you have one) and stop up at the Community Center to get the new picture ID card. The Center is located in Civic Center Park, 1827 N. Squirrel Road. The hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 9PM and Saturday from 10AM - 9PM. Remember, you must take your ID as proof of residency is required.

You will find information included in this newsletter regarding a trip scheduled to The Shaw Festival on June 27th and 28th. It has been a few years since we have traveled to The Stratford Festival and more interest was shown to travel to this festival again. Please consider coming along with us! Look at the information and do not hesitate! We need you to make a commitment now to attend with us! Tickets have been ordered, hotel rooms reserved and a fun time planned. Hope you can join us to hear more about the trip on Wednesday, April 18th at 4:00 pm. If you can’t make the meeting but are interested in going; please contact me in the office and let me know! I hope after all this planning, this trip will be a success. It will, with YOU! Happy Easter and Happy Passover to All!
 

 in April
  • BOOK CLUB CHATTERINGS

    ATTENTION: BOOK CHANGE FOR APRIL

    For the meeting on Saturday, April 28th we previously scheduled Beloved by Toni Morrison. Read this or please bring any books you have read over the winter to share. Let’s exchange ideas and review reading lists. Bring ideas for books to read in May and June.

    The discussions are open to all residents. Call Bruce or Joyce Sanders at 248-475-0854 for more information if desired.

    Join us for book discussion, fellowship, coffee and bagels.
     
  • BUS TRIPS IN APRIL

    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. If your name is on the Waiting List for an event and you’d like to drive on your own, let us know in the office and we will try to get additional tickets if possible. 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!

    Wednesday, April 11th at 6:00 pm - Singles/Ladies Dinner Out - Join with us for a nice drive into Rochester to go to the Red Lobster on Main Street. Have a delicious fish dinner with your neighbors and friends. Let’s enjoy the beginning of spring together! Invite your neighbors and friends! Cost of dinner on your own. Sign-up by 04-06 (8).

    Thursday, April 12th at 6:15 pm - Crittenton Hospital Medical Center Diabetes Support Group Meeting—”Low Car Food Choices - Whole Foods”. This is a very informative meeting for everyone; not just those with diabetes. However, it is aimed as a support group for those with the disease. The meetings are held in the North Building on the 2nd floor in Conference Room 2A. We will drop you right at the door; can’t ask for more convenience than that! These are very informative and free of charge! Come along and hear what they’ve got to say! Sign-up by 4-06 (8).

    Friday, April 13th at 10:30 am - Port Huron Craft Trip - Jump aboard the bus to head to Port Huron to stop at Mary Maxim’s, Hobby Lobby and several quilt shops. We have lunch at Thomas Edison to begin the day and of course ice cream on the way home! It will be a full and fun day for all! Waiting list only available at this time. Sign-up by 4-6 (8).

    Sunday, April 15th - Movie and Dinner Out on the Bus. We will go to a matinee movie and then have dinner near the theatre following. Movie choice, movie location and dinner location will be announced on Thursday, April 12th. Call the clubhouse on Thursday and we will give you the update. This is always a popular trip; come along and join us! Sign-up by 4-14 (8).

    Thursday, April 19th at 11:00 am - Ladies Spring Luncheon Out to Sheilas Tea in Rochester. Join with your neighbors and friends and have a delicious lunch together, along with a wonderful hot cup of tea! Great food and an adorable atmosphere. We will be
    ordering off the menu. Cost of lunch is on your own. Invite a friend! Join us! Sign-up by 4-12 (8).

    Friday, April 20th at 10:00 am - Pacers Walking Club - Walk throughout our community streets and join in a joint spring clean-up in celebration of Earth Day. Put on your walking shoes, bring some water and help us with this effort while getting that fresh air and exercise! Sign-up by 4-17.

    Saturday, April 21st at 12:30 pm - CAMELOT at the Fisher Theatre - British stage and film legend Michael York stars in this magnificent new production of Lerner and Loewe’s timeless masterpiece. King Arthur’s enchanted kingdom, Camelot, is a place where honor and chivalry reign. But can this idyllic land survive when Queen Guenevere falls in love with Sir Lancelot? Originally scheduled with MLE; now taking our bus. Tickets: $59. Just a couple seats left at this time. Sign-up immediately!

    Wednesday, April 25th at 9:30 am - Singles/Ladies Breakfast Out to the Mainstreet Café in Downtown Rochester. Great food! Invite a friend and join us for spring breakfast gathering. Breakfast cost on your own. Sign–up by 4-18 (8).

    Sunday, April 29th for 2:30 show - Tarandot at The Michigan Opera Theatre. Tickets $45. A brave, brilliant & determined suitor can warm the flesh of even the most cold-hearted beauty. The Imperial Palace in ancient China is the setting for the legend of the Princess Turandot—a woman who is determined that no man shall ever possess her. But one suitor is up for the challenge: the mysterious Prince Calaf risks everything on the chance that the first of love burns within the icy princess. In the end, his tireless persistence saves him from certain death in so doing; saves the princess from herself. Tickets $45. Only a few seats left. Sign-up
    immediately.


    Be sure to check out all the upcoming bus trips later in this newsletter.
    Don’t hesitate! The time to sign-up for these trips and events is now!
     
  • CARD GAME FUN - Everyone Welcome! Come Join Us!
     
    • BRIDGE - Mondays at 7:00 pm and Wednesdays at 1:00 pm
    • DUPLICATE BRIDGE - Thursday, April 12th and 26th  at 7:15 pm
    • PINOCHLE - Tuesdays at 7:30 pm
    • EUCHRE - Wednesday, April 4th at 7:15 pm.
    • BINGO - Wed., April 25th at 7:00 pm - We play 10 games ($.25/card) - And 1 Cover-All Game ($1.00 Per Card). Join us!
    • MEXICAN TRAIN - At the clubhouse. Wed. April 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
    • TEXAS HOLD ‘EM  - Always the Last Friday of the Month. Always BEGINS play at 6:00 pm. (This means you should be here and ready to start play at 6:00 pm). Cost is $20/person payable the evening of play
      Always a lot of fun! Come join us!

      Sign Up Immediately!
       
  • SINGLES NEWS AND EVENTS

    Wednesday, April 11th at 6:00 pm -
    Our “spring” dinner out will take us to Rochester as we dine at The Red Lobster. Join with the singles and ladies in the community and enjoy a delicious fish dinner! Dinner cost on your own. Sign-up by 4-06 (8)

    Wednesday, April 25th at 9:30 am -
    Our monthly breakfast bus trip will take us back into Rochester to the Downtown Café. They have a great
    breakfast menu that all will enjoy! Grab a friend; invite a neighbor and let’s get together to begin our day together in downtown Rochester. Cost of the meal is on your own. Sign-up by 4-18 (6)
     
  • AMERICA’S MOST SCENIC DRIVES
    Reader’s Digest Classic Collection

    You can see American from the open road and enjoy
    spectacular scenery in these DVD’s. Interesting
    commentary draws you into the places you visit.

    THURSDAY, APRIL 19TH AT 7:15 PM AT THE CLUBHOUSE

    Scenic Drive #3 : Drive along smoking volcanoes in Hawaii and glaciers in Alaska; travel Big Sur Drive in
    California, through the rain forests in Washington’s Olympic National Park, and on to Arizona’s Grand Canyon.

    DON’T MISS THE FUN! JOIN US FOR THIS LAST IN THE SERIES!
     
  • HITH HERITAGE QUILT
    Our Heritage Quilt effort continues through April & May!All resident families are invited to come in and decorate a cotton square piece of material. There will be paints and markers available to do this. You can just put your name on your square. Or perhaps draw a picture. Or write something you enjoy about Heritage in the Hills. Decorate how you’d like. In June we take all the squares and sew them together to make a quilt front. We will ask our Sewing Group to help us to finish the quilt. Once competed, we will display the quilt at the clubhouse for all to enjoy!

    Quilt squares will continue to be available for decorating during regular office hours. The squares and pens and paints are in the craft room. Decorate your square here and leave it or take it home with you If you desire and decorate it there and then bring it back to us. Some have done quilting; some have drawn a picture; some have just their name. It doesn’t have to be “fancy”; no contest to artist ability; just be part of it! Just plan on doing one .. or two! This will be a beautiful heirloom which will be around the clubhouse for years to come. Don’t be disappointed that you didn’t get down to the clubhouse to make your square and be part of this piece of history! Feel proud to look at the quilt and say “that’s MY square!” If you would like help or ideas for your square, just see us in the office and we will give you some ideas. Do yours today before it’s too late!!

 
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

Spring is in the air and many of you will be heading back to Heritage from your winter residences. Welcome back!

For those of you in town, on April 18th plan to join us as Karen Bishop and Ann Moran host our April activity. We will be having lunch in Metamora at the Historic White Horse Inn. Flyers are available on the Red Hat credenza and an RSVP with money for your lunch must be returned to either Karen or Ann by Wednesday, April 11th.

There will be a General Meeting for all members at the Clubhouse on Friday, May 4th at 11:00 am. Hope you all plan on attending!

In May, Linda Foltz and Ruth Smith are planning an activity. On May 22nd at 9:30 am there will be a guided tour of the Historical Wisner Home in Pontiac. Step back in time and walk through Civil War time. Lunch will follow at the Clubhouse. Cost will be $8. Fliers will be available mid-April on the Red Hat credenza but mark your calendars now to join us for this fun adventure!

June has Kathy Mischley and Sylvia Imbrunnone as our event planners. Marian Hansen and Kathy Williams have chosen to plan something for August. That is it ladies. There is nothing else for the rest of the year. PLEASE give some thought to signing up to host! We need you!!

In Friendship, Janice Mosesso
  • Sunday, April 1st from 12 - 2 pm - Waffle Brunch at the Clubhouse - - $5.00 - Come on over to the clubhouse and enjoy a waffle brunch consisting of waffles and pancakes with lots of toppings, sausage, fresh fruit, yogurt, assorted danishes, coffee, tea and assorted juices. Sign-up immediately (20).
     
  • Monday, April 2nd - 2:00 - 3:00 pm - National Peanut Butter & Jelly Day - Stop by the clubhouse for a PB & J delight! Enjoy a half of sandwich with your neighbors and friends! Just stop by; no need to sign-up!
     
  • Wednesday, April 4th at 7:00 pm - Euchre at the Clubhouse - Come on over and enjoy this fun card game with us. If you don’t know how to play; we will teach you! Need groups of 4 to play! Sign-up immediately (4).
     
  • Thursday, April 5th and Each Thursday in April at 1:00 pm - Mah Jongg - This is for those who know how to play the game. If you are interested in learning how to play, let us know in the office and we schedule another class. Contact Marian Hansen if you’d like to play.
     
  • Friday, April 6th - Twinkies Birthday Celebration - All Day at the Clubhouse - Stop on by and have a twinkie on us! Don’t need to sign-up; just stop on by and enjoy!
     
  • Friday, April 6th at 6:00 pm - Resident Pot Luck -  - 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!
     
  • Saturday, April 7th from 11 - 2 pm - Easter Bonnet Contest and Parade - Let’s get ready for Easter in our Easter Bonnet! Bring a hat to decorate beginning at 11:00 am. Glue guns and some “fancy” things will be available for your hat decorating. If you have a decorated hat to wear; come on over to the clubhouse at Noon and we will have several contests. You must be wearing your hat! We will gather and display our hats until 12:30 at which time we will do a short parade around Hillsdale in our Easter Bonnets! After the parade (around 12:30) we will gather again at the clubhouse for tea and cookies! Please join in the fun! Ladies, men, children, grands .. Everyone is invited! Sign-up Immediately (15).
     
  • Friday, April 13th at 6:00 - Resident Social and Poker for Everyone - Stop on by for a Resident Social. BYO drinks and a dish to pass. At 6:30 the poker game will begin! Don’t need to sign-up; just join us!
     
  • Saturday, April 14th at 6:30 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse - Movie will be Pursuit of Happyness with Will Smith. $1.00 for popcorn and soda payable that evening. Sign-up by 4-10 (8).
     
  • Wednesday, April 18th - Compost Pick Up Begins with Miller Landscape - Have your compost bags at your curb by 9:00 am. All compost must be in appropriate brown bags. If you have any questions, call the office!
     
  • Thursday, April 19th at 7:15 pm - America’s Scenic Drives #3 - Come join us for the 3rd and last DVD as we finish our Americana tour. The first two DVD’s were very enjoyable! Even if you’ve missed those; you’ll want to see this one! Come see the beautiful land and sites. Sign-up by 4-12 (8).
     
  • Friday, April 20th at 10:00 am - Pacers Walking Club - Walking throughout the community streets today to do a spring clean-up in celebration of Earth Day. Wear your walking shoes, bring water and enjoy! Sign-up by 4-13 (8).
     
  • Friday, April 20th at 1:00 pm - Stitchers Knitch at the Clubhouse - Join us to begin a new project, share a project or work on a project! We will be beginning a new service project; come hear about it! Sign-up by 4-13.
     
  • Friday, April 20th at 6:00 pm - Down to Earth Delight Social & Pot Luck - $8 - Come celebrate Earth Day while enjoying our first burger BBQ! The Dancing DJ’s will be here for your dancing and listening pleasure. Dig your heels in and enjoy the breaking of Spring! Bring a dish to pass to go along with the burgers! BYOB if desired. Soda, coffee, iced tea, and hot tea will be available. Sign-up by 4-13 (25).
     
  • Tuesday, April 24th at 11:00 am - Decorate Envelopes for Flower Fund Distribution in May’s Newsletter - We will gather to decorate by stamping envelopes for the flower fund annual fund raiser. All supplies provided. Sign-up by 4-19 (4).
     
  • Thursday, April 26th - National Pretzel Day - All Day - Stop on by the Clubhouse to enjoy a handful of pretzels in celebration of this national holiday! Available during office hours. Don’t need to sign-up; just stop on by!
     
  • Friday, April 27th at 10:00 am - Pacers Walking Club - We will jump on board the bus and travel to Clarkston to the Oakland County Park, Independence-Oaks. We will walk along some of their beautiful trails and stop at their Nature Center to see what’s new there. If the group would like, we’ll stop for an ice cream at Cook’s Diary after. Wear your walking shoes and bring your water! Sign-up by 4-20 (8).
     
  • Saturday, April 28th at 10:00 am - Book Club Meeting at the Clubhouse - See Article in this Newsletter for Updates
     
  • Saturday, April 28th at 6:30 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse - Movie will be A Good Year. $1.00 for root beer floats payable that night. Sign-up by 4-23 (8).


 (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.

  • Thursday, May 3rd at 6:15 pm - Diabetes Support Group at Crittenton Hospital Medical Center - “Do’s and Don’ts of Foot Care”. Sign-up by 4-30 (8).
     
  • Friday, May 4th at 11:00 am - Red Hat General Meeting at the Clubhouse - Call Jan Mosesso at 248-475-7850 or Willie Swayze at 248-475-0012 for more information or questions. Hope to see all members there!
     
  • Sunday, May 6th at 1:00 (for 2:00 matinee show) - Avon Players for Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Shine Up? - $14 - Many of you have requested this show; it is guaranteed to be a good one! Sign-up now as tickets need to be purchased by mid-April! Don’t hesitate; get your place on the bus today! Sign-up by 4-15 (8).
     
  • Wednesday, May 9th at 6:30 pm - The Benefits of Massage with Mark - Come on over to the Clubhouse and hear Mark speak about the benefits of massage. He will explain what is done during a massage and the different types. This is a free evening of great information. Sign-up by 5-1 (10).
     
  • Wednesday, May 16th - Massages with Mark at the Clubhouse. Mark will be here to do the massage of your choice. 15 minute, 30 minute, 45 minute and 60 minute massages available. Table and chair massages also available. Have questions for him? He is very knowledgeable and can help you with your aches and pains. Come talk to him and give him a try! Sign-up by 5-10 and sign-up for the massage length and time of your choice. Cost of massages are basically $1/minute. ($15 for 15 minute; $30 for 30 minute, etc.). Pay Mark directly on the day of your massage.
     
  • Friday, May 18th at 6:00 pm - Karaoke at the Clubhouse with a Chicken BBQ pot luck! Mark your calendars now and watch for more information next month. Yep, you can sign-up now .. But be sure too by 5-11. More information available in May newsletter.
     
  • Sunday, May 20th at 6:45 (7:30 show) - Andre Rieu at The Palace - Tickets $52.50. Tickets limited; sign-up as soon as possible to see this dreamy performer! Sign-up by 5-1 (8).
     
  • Tuesday, May 22nd - Red Hat Outing - See article with information in this newsletter.
     
  • Thursday, May 31st at 10:30 am - RESPECT at the Gem Theatre. Tickets $89 which includes lunch at the Century Grille, ticket for the performance and motor coach. This musical journey is a funny, exuberant look at the lives of women as reflected in music. From “Someone to Watch Over Me” to “I Will Survive!” This musical will have you dancing out of the theatre and singing all the way home! It’s Detroit’s Newest Ultimate Girls’ Day Out at the Gem. A minimum of 20; 29 Total. Sign-up by 4-15.
     
  • Thursday, June 14th - Tiger Baseball vs. Milwaukee - Tickets $50 for Outfield Box Seats; A Limo Coach for Transportation and a $5 food voucher in the Park. Need 25 to go!
     
  • Wednesday, June 27th & June 28th - Shaw Festival Trip - Plan now on joining us for this fun trip!
     
  • Thursday, July 12th - WICKED at the Wharton Center for the Performing Arts in Lansing. Tickets $119.
    Ticket price includes the performance and motor coach. Lunch will be on your own. Come enjoy this
    Beautiful musical long before Dorothy dropped in! Minimum of 20; Max of 29. Sign-up by 6-15.
     

REMEMBER .. SIGN-UP NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT FOR THESE TRIPS! IF YOU WAIT; IT MAY BE TOO LATE!.
 

THINGS TO CONSIDER
By: Larry A. Prior, Board Member

The time has come. We are now a community of nearly 500 individuals. Have you ever given thought to who picks up your left over trash when leaving a community sponsored social event? Have you ever thought about who it is that turns off the treadmill that was left running, who has to clean up the kitchen the day after or who has to rearrange all the chairs and tables when found in a state of disarray? Well that person is probably someone else. I wonder who that person is? Do you have any idea who it may be? If it’s not you, then who is it?

Recently during Karen’s absence, while on her honeymoon, I sat in the office in her place and I became aware of many things that I feel each of you should know. First of all, there is no one that is charged specifically with the responsibility to clean up after each of us. Secondly, the person who does do all these things on a day to day basis is Karen. This is not in Karen’s job but she does it anyway. Why does she do this you may ask? The answer is simply that no one else does. We all need to keep in mind the fact that the Clubhouse is essentially our community’s living room. It is what every person who enters our community sees first and is the main reason they choose to buy a home in our community. The Clubhouse is the heart of our community. It is what maintains the value of our homes. Please always keep this in mind and help us to maintain a clean, attractive and inviting Clubhouse. To accomplish this goal we ask you to help us by adhering to the following:

  1. Never touch any of the thermostats, always check with the office to have adjusted.

  2. Always turn off all exercise equipment before leaving the exercise room.

  3. Leave all lights as you found them. If you turn a light on, turn it off before leaving.

  4. Do not leave a sack of books in the library. Place all books neatly on the shelves.

  5. If you close the blinds; open them before leaving. Leave the room as you found it!

  6. Always return chairs, pillows, tables and other furniture to their proper place.

  7. If you open an umbrella on the pool deck, please close it when you leave the area.

  8. Return all deck chairs and tables to their proper place when leaving the pool area.

  9. Always throw out all leftover, perishable food products. Do not try to save!

  10. Pick up after yourself. Properly discard all trash before leaving social events.

  11. Place all kitchen utensils and containers in their proper, labeled drawer or cupboard.


In addition to the above, we would ask you to keep in mind the following additional items as each will make it easier for Karen to properly manage and control the many activities in and around the Clubhouse. Please do your part to help us.

  1. Always sign up for community socials and events prior to their respective deadlines.

  2. Always pay for all community socials and events prior to their respective deadlines.

  3. Never remove a sign-up sheet from its plastic jacket and sign up for an event or social.

  4. When visiting the Clubhouse always bring your entry key as the office may be closed.

  5. Once the pool opens, always visibly display your pool passes when using the pool.

  6. Always properly sign in and out when using the pool and/or hot tub this summer.

  7. Always accompany guests and family members when they are in the pool area.

  8. Adhere to all posted pool and hot tub rules which are mandated by Oakland County.

  9. Always notify the Gatehouse when you are expecting guests or deliveries.

  10. I you have any ideas for improvements, new ideas for social events or resident activities,
    please leave a note in the suggestion box in the Clubhouse lobby.

From the Ground Up…
Helpful Information from Miller Landscape, Inc.
The preferred landscape contractor  for Heritage in the Hills


We, at Millers, are often asked about pruning.

The questions are many and they usually center around when and how to properly prune plant
material. Sometimes they even ask “Why should I prune?”

This is a great place to start. There are basically four reasons to prune plant material:

  • To train the plant

  • To maintain the health of the plant

  • To contain the growth of the plant

  • To improve the quality of flowers, fruit, and foliage.

When should you prune? There are several times during the year when pruning is a good idea, depending on the plant you want to prune. A simple rule of thumb for many spring flowering shrubs is to prune after the 4th of July, when all the blooms are gone. It is very important to prune plants damaged by storms or vandalism or with dead branches, as soon as possible in order to reduce the risk of additional insect and disease problems they may develop.

How should you prune? With good, sharp pruning equipment so that your cuts are clean and smooth. This practice goes a long way in encouraging the rapid healing of the “wound.” And since we are talking about healing, let’s discuss “wound dressing.” Traditionally it was thought that pruning paint, applied to the actual cut surface, would help protect the tree from insects and disease. Scientists now tell us that dressing the wound with paint is only cosmetic and may, in reality, slow the healing process.

Actual pruning techniques are fairly complex and vary with the type of plant material being pruned. There is great information available on the internet.

Of course, if you would like your shrubs, trees, or evergreens pruned professionally, Miller Landscape crews will be at Heritage all season long and would be happy to take care of this important task for you. Feel free to call us at 248-391-2889 and we will set it all up through our new Heritage in the Hills Home Care Solutions program. If you have a minute, we would also invite you to take a look at our website: http://www.MillerLandscapeInc.com.

Thank you!