Volume 11 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
Manager Assistant - Terri Ricketts
Pool Operator - Alex Robinson

Visit our Website: http://www.heritageinthehills.com

Resident Information and Notes | Karen's Corner | Events & Activities | Clubhouse Events
 April Calendar of Events | Easter Anagram

Special Recognition To Our Residents:
  • In March we had a very successful and fun Shamrock Bunko Party. A very warm and special thanks to Marian Hansen for being our hostess with the mostest! She kept the whole party rolling and organized then added up and announced the winners. The desserts were wonderful, the game was a lot of fun and the afternoon just delightful! Thanks for all your help, Marian!
     
  • In March we also had our St. Patty’s Celebration with a Baked Potato Bar. Everyone brought either a salad or dessert and the food was great! We had all kinds of stuff to put on your baked potato, and all kinds of salads to go with it. Thanks, to Jim & Marilyn Aldinger for bringing the ham too! Special thanks to everyone who brought a delicious dish and to all those that came out and joined us! Lots of hands made the set-up and clean-up much easier. Thank you to all who helped! It was a great green celebration!
     
  • A very special thanks this month to our great Board of Directors! These men and women work very hard on behalf of the community and go that extra mile every day! Let’s hear it for our Board! Great job well done! Keep up the good work!
     
  • A very heartfelt thanks to Willie Swayze for her work with the Flower Fund. Always getting those flowers sent in a timely manner. Thanks Willie!



WELCOME SPRING WAFFLE BRUNCH
SUNDAY, APRIL 18TH
SERVING BETWEEN 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$8 Per Person

Join your neighbors and friends at the Clubhouse for a homemade, warm and tasty waffle or two. Lots of other choices such as sausage, yogurt, fruit, cold cereal,
pastries, juices and much more! Yummy toppings for the waffles as well! Hot
chocolate, hot tea and coffee also will be brewing for your enjoyment. Come and share the excitement of the Spring season with your neighbors!


Sign-up by April 12th! (20)

 


COLD FASHIONED SING-ALONG
FRIDAY, APRIL 23RD AT 7:00 PM

What Is An Old Fashioned Sing Along?

It is a gathering of people who enjoy listening and singing along to all the “oldies but goodies.” Resident John Allasio will be leading this fun event. All words to songs will be on the big screen for you to sing along with him! Guaranteed to be a great time reminiscing with those ole’ favorite songs!

 Sign-up by April 16th (12)
 

MILLER LANDSCAPE INFO SEMINAR
SATURDAY, MAY 1ST AT 11:00 AM

Join the Miller Landscape Crew here at the Clubhouse. They will talk about the services they offer and what to
expect throughout the season. Now is the time to ask your questions! There will be lots of goodies to enjoy while they are talking. Come join your neighbors for this informative morning!

Sign-up by April 24th!

 

RESIDENTS SENDING SPECIAL THANK YOUS:

  • Carolyn Steele shares: I’ve truly enjoyed the beautiful flower basket. Thanks so much. We are truly blessed to live in such a thoughtful, caring community!
     
  • Pam Groves writes: Thank you for the beautiful flower arrangement. The flowers arrived the day after surgery and was a wonderful pick-me-up! I am doing fine and hope to be out gardening soon!
     
  • Ceil Kudla shares: Dear Friends: Thanks a bunch for the lovely flowers and for caring. Sending all a great big thank you!
     
  • Joe & Pam Columbo share Their Warm Appreciation to The Sew Group & The Care Committee (Marian Hansen, Dick Hansen & Lew Anthony) for a Home Visit & Blanket: It seems that words of gratitude can only half express the true appreciation for your warmth and thoughtfulness! We are so fortunate to be a member of the compassionate Heritage Community. Your thoughtfulness will long be remembered and the cozy blanket is a treasured keepsake. We are truly touched by your kindness and blessed by your friendship. PS - Marion, the banana nut bread was delicious! With warm thanks and appreciation to all!

Heartfelt Sympathy To These Residents

To Shirley Cloyd and Family for the loss of husband, Norm. He will certainly be missed by many in the community. We will miss seeing him riding his bike this summer! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

 

 

HERITAGE BOOK CLUB

The Book Club will meet in the Clubhouse on Sat., April 24th at 10:00 am. April, 2010 will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Mark Twain (Nov. 30, 1835-April 21, 1910). Select your favorite book or the book you always thought you would read by Twain, and join us.

To follow the Mississippi theme, in May we will read books by other Mississippi authors to share. Suggestions are: Stephen Ambrose, Sheby Foote, Margaret Alexander, Nevada Barr, William Hodding Carter, Jimmy Buffet or your choice!

Everyone is welcome to come! Come on over and join with us! We would be happy to have you join us!! There’s always coffee and a special treat served. If you have questions, please call
Joyce or Bruce Sanders at 248-475-0854.

CARD & GAME FUN

BRIDGE
Mondays @ 7:00 pm; and Wednesdays at 1:00 pm

PINOCHLE
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm

BINGO
Wed., April 29th at 7:00 pm - We play 10 games ($.25/card) - And 1 Cover All Game ($1.00 Per Card). Join us!

CONGRATULATIONS! SPRING BUNKO PARTY WINNERS!

Congratulations to these winners from our  March Bunko Party:

MOST SNAKE EYES - Sandy Holmes
LAST BUNKO - Roxanne Cleveland
MOST LOSSES - Bette McCullough
OVER ALL WINNER - Flo Dorman
MOST BUNKOS - Flo Dorman

CRAVING THE URGE TO  HIT THE GREENS?

Hope So ‘Cuz So Are We!

The Men’s Group will begin their golfing on Fri., April 9th (weather permitting). Fieldstone is currently under renovation so we will meet in the Clubhouse parking lot at 7:30 am and decide where to golf until Fieldstone is complete. If you are interested in playing and have questions, call Barry Thornton at 248-370-9949.

The Ladies Group will begin on Mon., April 12th (weather permitting). Meet in the Clubhouse parking lot at 9:30 am where course selection will be announced. Call Willie Swayze (248-475-0012) or Diane McDaniel (248-276-0606) for more information.

DID YOU KNOW?

Have you heard of the OPERATION MEDICINE CABINET? Dispose of unused, unneeded or expired medications every Wednesday at the Oakland Cxounty Sherriff’s Office at 1200 N. Telegraph Rd., Bldg. 38E in Pontiac between 8 - 4 pm. For questions (such as acceptable items, call 248-975-9700.

CHARITY PROJECTS

We have been busy doing all kinds of projects. Won’t you join our efforts? We are making simple dresses for children in Haiti. Very little sewing and they are darling! See the Sewing Group for the pattern. We are also making wash cloths from cotton yarn to send to Haiti. These can be knitted or crocheted. See Karen in the office for more information on either project.

We will be collecting old cell phones again. They will be sent to be used for our soldiers so that they may call home. Please donate your phones to the Clubhouse by the end of April. If you have any questions, see the Clubhouse office!

CLASS OF ‘57- A KILLER REUNION

It is time for the All Saints College Class of ‘57 Reunion. For one night we will return to the good old days when Elvis was at the top of the charts. Sock hops, hula-hoops and poodles were radioactive. Getting pinned meant something altogether different than it does these days. Let’s renew old friendships and reacquaint yourself with people who have probably changes as much as you have. Join us at the Clubhouse on Saturday, June 5th.

We need many volunteers to take an active part of our 2nd Murder Mystery Party. If you’d like a part, see Karen in the Clubhouse office or sign-up in the book today! Guaranteed to be a lot of fun!
 

RED HAT HOT HONEYS HAPPENINGS

I am urging you to attend the important annual meeting scheduled for Tues., May 4th at 1:00 pm at the Clubhouse. It is important that you express your opinion about the future of the organization, and to make suggestions.
PLEASE plan to attend!

Gerri Molnar!

PICKLE BALL BEGINS - (On Tennis Courts)

FRIDAY, APRIL 23RD AT 10:00 AM

It’s time to pull out your Pickle Ball gear and come on over and join with Heritage friends to play this fun game. Great exercise too! Paddles and balls available at the Clubhouse. Come join us to play the latest craze!

SAVE THE DATE!

Sail Away to Adventure
Kids Pool Party
SUNDAY, JULY 11TH FROM 2:00 - 5:00 PM


 

BASEBALL FEVER

Baseball season is finally here,
All the people are out to cheer.
Selling tickets at the gate,
Each one hoping not to wait.
Buying hotdogs and ice cold beer,
Always a treat so very dear.
Listen for the games to begin.
Let the best team win!


 

Ponderings From the Manager

Spring IS on the horizon; I feel it in the air. We have been blessed to have such nice weather already! With the warmer weather upon us, Miller will be around to start clean-up in the common areas. Please leave the snow markers on your property until Miller removes them. They will collect them and reuse them next year. Grass cutting is scheduled to begin the week of April 19th, if needed. The later they can start in the Spring, the later they can cut in the Fall as the contract is for a specific number of cuttings. We will determine whether it can wait a week or two. We don’t want Miller to begin cutting until necessary! Enclosed in this newsletter is the map of when you will be cut. Now is the time to report grass damage or sprinkler head damage to the Clubhouse . Compost pick up will begin on Wednesday, April 7th. Remember to have your compost at the curb in regulatory brown bags. Do not put anything in the bags but compost. Do not put plastic containers or any other garbage in these bags. Have the bag(s) to your curb by 10:00 am. Do not put compost bags out on Thursday. The refuse company will not pick-up these bags! Talking about garbage pick-up, remember that we ask that you don’t put your garbage out early Wednesday night especially as the days are getting longer. Please put out after dark. This just helps to keep the community neat! Miller will be at the Clubhouse on Saturday, May 1st at 11:00 am to give you updates on their services. Come on over and meet the crew, enjoy a little snack and juice and hear what they have to share!

Just a couple reminders to share with you! The Detroit Free Press and Detroit News paper boxes located at the Clubhouse had been moved for the winter season. If you pull up to buy a paper and the boxes aren’t there; they will be located in their original space down at the end of the Clubhouse. Also, now that the weather is beautiful, many are out walking their pets. Please remember to be kind and pick-up after your dogs while walking them. Even in the common areas! Take the potty bags home with you and dispose of properly. Do not throw them in the woods or the waters. Remember that not following these rules is a violation of the By-Laws and if you are caught not taking correct care of your dog while walking, you will be served with a violation. We certainly don’t want that to happen! Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated!

As you all know, the bulletin board in the craft room at the Clubhouse is for sharing contractors or postings of interest. The bulletin board gets overcrowded and messy at times which then becomes difficult to actually read what is posted. Please talk to us in the office before posting something on the board. After approval, we will post it and date it so that we know when we can remove it. It has just been cleaned up, so your assistance will help us to keep it that way! We do want your input! If you have hired a contractor to do some work and are pleased, get some cards for them so we can share the information on this board. Thank you!

In March there was a gentleman from Hungry Howie’s delivering fliers to homes. I was notified of this and escorted him out of the community. If you happen to see someone in the community soliciting, please call the office and report it. Most times these people are not driving into the community; they walk-in. There is no way of us knowing unless you call and report it. I did call Hungry Howie’s and talked with the owner. The owner apologized and stated the worker was told not to enter this community. The flier was for the store located at Adams and Silver Bell. Heritage in the Hills is NOT in their delivery area. The owner did state that they would honor the coupons/prices but it would be for pick-up only. He urged the residents to use the Hungry Howies located on Walton and Dexter in Auburn Hills. That store will deliver to your home.

Did you know that Auburn Hills has a Quality of Life Center? It is located on Cross Creek Parkway. I visited the Center and was pleased to find a great resource! It provides Adult Day Care with medical services available. Prices seem reasonable and the care looked wonderful! If you would like more information, stop in for a flier or call the Center direct at 248-364-4064.

As the snow birds return home, we wish you all a friendly hello! We welcome you home! Spring is here which means summer is quickly approaching. The pool is scheduled for opening at the beginning of May. It is, therefore scheduled to open to residents on Friday, May 28th at 10:00 am! Our new pool cover has seen it’s first winter and it seemed to work wonderfully! Watch for more pool information in the May newsletter. Looking forward to seeing everyone as you are walking the community or coming to the pool for a dip! Until then, Happy Spring and a Blessed Easter to All!
 

SCHEDULED BUS TRIPS FOR APRIL AND UPCOMING MONTH

  • Sat., April 3rd at 6:15 pm - The Passion of Mary at Mt. Zion Theater in Clarkston. The love of a mother goes beyond understanding - she will sacrifice everything for her child. But what if you were required to lay down your child’s life for a stranger? Your child would face brutality, being whipped and beaten, while all scatter in fear. The sacrifice to be a part of God’s eternal plan would be personal; your son as a sacrifice for the world. You are invited to experience this play where you will witness Mary’s story from her childhood through the birth, crucifixion and resurrection of her son, Jesus Christ. Come experience joy, pain, tears and resurrection power. Tickets $12 (at the door). Sign-up immediately ($3).
     
  • Thurs., April 8th at 11:30 am - Calling All Ladies! Luncheon out to Red Lobster. Come celebrate Spring with a beautiful and yummy lunch! Cost on your own. Sign-up by 04-06 or immediately! ($2)
     
  • Wed., April 14th at 10:00 am - Flint Institute of Arts. Admission $5 (pay there). Mary Lee Bendolph, Gee’s Bend Quilts, and Beyond. The quilts in the exhibition, are works by two comtemporary Alabama-base artists who have been inspired by the quilts of Gee’s Bend, Thorton Dial and Lonnie Holley. Sign-up by 04-07 ($4).
     
  • Sun., April 18th at 1:45 pm - DSO Pop Series does “Bond and Beyond”. Tickets: $37.50. Sign-up immediately ($3).
     
  • Mon., April 19th at 6:45 pm - Steve Martin & His Steep Canyon Rangers (Banjo & Blue Grass) at DSO. Tickets $44. Don’t miss this great comedian as he shares his musical talents. This band is totally amazing! No comedy here today, just great music! You’ll be sorry if you miss it!! Tickets still available. Sign-up by 4-9 ($3).
     
  • Thurs., April 22nd at 12:45 pm - The Marvelous Wonderettes at the Gem Theatre. Tickets $34.50. The Marvelous Wonderettes takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts and voices to match. As we learn about their lives and loves, we are treated to the girls performing beautifully arranged renditions of classic 50s songs. After intermission, you are whisked away to the girls’ ten-year reunion. The Wonderettes perform again with high-octane and soulful renditions of classic ‘60s tunes, and we see how their friendships have changed and endured in this captivating new hit! This is a fantastic show with GREAT music! Don’t miss it! This is your chance. Seats still available! Sign-up now or by April 7($3).
     
  • Mon., April 26th at 7:00 pm - Knit Out at Karen’s Home. Come on over for a fun evening of knitting and sharing! Dessert will be served. Sign-up to let me know how many will be coming! Sign-up by 04-19.
     
  • Wed., April 28th at 9:30 am - Senior Day at The Detroit Zoo. Free admission and free parking today! Come walk around the zoo and enjoy the day! Sign-up by 04-21 ($3)
     
  • Thurs., April 29th at 11:15 am - Lunch at the Polish Cultural Center with a trip to Polish Specialty Store across the street following. Always a favorite! Be sure to join us! Sign-up by 04-23 ($3).

TRIPS BEYOND APRIL (Sign Up Available Now!)

  • Fri., May 7th at 9:30 am - Birch Run Trip. Come shop for all your spring favorites! We will stop for lunch too! Sign-up by 04-30 ($4).
     
  • Sun., May 9th - Garrison Keiller at the DSO. Tickets $38.50. 2nd time around; we loved this show last year. Sign-up by 4-30 ($3).
     
  • Thurs., May 20th for 7:30 Show - CATS - Tickets $40. Don’t miss the wonders of live theater with the magic, they mystery and the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway history. Sign-up to see it today with us! Sign-up by April 25th ($3).
     
  • Fri., May 21st at 9:30 am - Day in Frankenmuth including Lunch. Come for the fun of it all! Sign-up by 05-14 ($4).
     
  • Sun., June 6th for 2:00 Show - Avon Players for Curtains.
     
  • Fri., June 18th at Noon - Danny O’Donnell at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort - $109. Includes round trip motor coach, five hours of gaming and Danny O’Donnell tickets. Get back $20 Players card and $5 Food Voucher. Return to Heritage approximately 1:30 am. Sign-up by 6-01.
     
  • Wed., June 30th at 7:00 am - Coach Trip to Shop Shipshewana - $69 - Includes shopping & dinner at Das Dutchman Essenhaus. Sign-up NOW!
     
  • Sat., July 17th - Bay City Tall Ship Celebration - $55 - See flier for more information.
     
  • Thurs., August 19th - Charity Island Trip - $99 - See flier for more information.
     

in April and beyond.
  • Thursday’s, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 1:00 pm - ah Jongg at the Clubhouse. Sign-up for weeks you will attend.
     
  • Monday’s, April 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 10:00 am - Stretch, Balance & Strength Exercise Class. Sign-up with Milam Training Services.
     
  • Tuesday’s, April 6, 13, 20 & 27th at 9:00 am - Sewing Group in the Craft Room. Come see what projects they are working on!
     
  • Wed., April 7th at 7:00 pm - Rummikub at the Clubhouse. Come play this fun tile rummy game. Don’t know how to play? We’ll teach you! Sign-up by April 6th or immediately!
     
  • Thurs., April 8th at 7:00 pm - A Night with Victor Borge. Come watch a fun DVD of Borge memories. Title is: The Legendary Victor Borge. Starring: Victor Borge on Mozart; With Marilyn Mulbey and The All Borge Orchestra. Come for the laughs! Sign-up by 04-02.
     
  • Fri., April 9, 16, 23 & 30th at 10:00 am - Heritage Belles & Beaus Hand Bell Practice. Let us know if you won’t be there!
     
  • Fri., April 9th at 6:00 pm - Resident Pot Luck. Come join your neighbors and friends. No need to sign-up; just join us! Bring a dish to pass!
     
  • Sat., April 10th at 7:00 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse. Movie is The Accidental Husband. $1 (payable there) for soda & popcorn. Sign-up by 04-07.
     
  • Tuesday’s, April 13, 20 & 27th at 9:30 am - Golf Core Conditioning Exercise Class - See enclosed flier for more information.
     
  • Wed., April 14th at 7:00 pm - Yahtzee Dice Game. Come for the fun of rolling the dice! Test your luck! Sign-up by 04-12.
     
  • Thursday’s, April 15, 22 & 29th at 11:00 am - Yoga Class begins with Milam Training Services. See enclosed flier for more information.
     
  • Fri., April 16th at 1:00 pm - Stitchers Knitch at the Clubhouse. Come see current projects. Sign-up by 04-14.
     
  • Fri., April 16th at 1:00 pm - Duplicate Bridge at the Clubhouse. See Willie Swayze to sign-up to play.
     
  • Fri., April 16th at 6:00 pm - Resident Social with Poker Following at 6:30 pm. No need to sign-up; just be sure to come up and join us!
     
  • Sun., April 18th from 11 - 1 pm - Welcome Spring Waffle Brunch - $8. Come join us for a great waffle brunch! Lots of offerings and deliciousness guaranteed! Join your neighbors for a celebration of Spring! Sign-up by 04-12 (20).
     
  • Wed., April 21st at 9:00 am - Men’s Breakfast Out - Join in the parking lot to go to breakfast for fellowship & fun! Sign-up by 04-14.
     
  • Wed., April 21st at 7:00 pm - Mexican Train at the Clubhouse. $1 (payable there). Come play this fun domino game! Sign-up by 04-14.
     
  • Fri., April 23rd at 10:00 am - Pickle Ball Begins on the Tennis Courts. No need to sign-up; just come on and join us for this great game!
     
  • Friday’s, April 23& 30th at 12:00 Noon - Healthy Steps Walking Club - Come join us as we travel to different trails in Auburn Hills or walk around the community! We will decide as we meet. If it is raining, we’ll walk inside. This is the time to get out and get in shape! Come join us as we regain our strength and walk! We will be gone about 1 1/2 hours. Sign-up to join us each week!
     
  • Fri., April 23rd at 6:00 pm - Pot Limit Poker at the Clubhouse - $5 Buy In. Come join us! Call Bob Wolf for more information.
     
  • Fri., April 23rd at 7:00 pm - Old Fashioned Sing-Along at the Clubhouse with John Allasio. Sign-up by 04-16 (12).
     
  • Sat., April 24th at 10:00 am - Book Club meets at the Clubhouse. No need to sign-up; just be sure to come and join us!
     
  • Sat., April 24th at 7:00 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse. Movie is The Blind Side. $1 (payable there) for soda & popcorn. Sign-up by 04-28.
     
  • Sun., April 25th at 2:00 pm - Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader Computer Club. Run by Bob Wolf. Sign-up by 04-21.
     
  • Wed., April 28th at 3:00 pm - Be Brain Happy - Idioms in Everyday Life. Come for this laughter & fun! Exercise your brain! Sign-up by 04-23.
     
  • Wed., April 28th at 7:00 pm - BINGO at the Clubhouse. Cost per card; per game. Sign-up by 04-22.
     
  • Fri., April 30th at 6:00 pm - Texas Hold ‘Em at the Clubhouse. $20 (pay there). Come join us! Sign-up by 04-24.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE UPCOMING DATES!

  • Sat., May 1st at 11:00 am - Miller Landscape Seminar at the Clubhouse.
     
  • Sat., May 1st at 7:00 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse. Movie is Love Happens.
     
  • Tues., May 4th at 1:00 pm - Red Hat General Meeting at the Clubhouse
     
  • Thurs., May 13th at Noon - Ladies Spring Luncheon with the Petticoat Ladies
     
  • Fri., May 21st at 6:00 pm - Karaoke Night - Dinner will be Pizza & Salad - $6/Person
     
  • Fri., May 28th at 10:00 am - Pool Opens
     
  • Sat., June 5th at 6:00 pm - Class of ‘57; A Killer Reunion Murder Mystery Social
     
  • Sat., June 26th at 11:00 am - New Member Brunch (Everyone Invited)
     
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