acorn news...26 suzy & bud holden 29 karen & john schouwink 31 linda & tom splitt . june...

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ACORN NEWS Oak Park Village Cooperative, Inc May, 2018 To all heading North for the summer, I wish you safe travels to your homes and hope you all have a great time with your families this season. We will miss all of you and look forward to seeing you again this fall and winter. Please make sure that you have all your items properly stored at your residences here in case of severe weather. I also remind you to let our office know who is watching over your homes and that we have correct information for you in case of an emergency. We hope this season will be calm, but we need to be prepared for any unusual events that might happen. For those that will be staying year-round, we anticipate a lot of activity and work being done in Oak Park Village. Our maintenance crew have a lot of projects to complete over the summer in addition to their regular maintenance duties. I will be assisting and overseeing such projects as the marina dock remediation, removal of the old storage shed at the dumpster as well as other projects. On another topic, we have just received the legal documents to finally remove the damaged home at 1 Aloe and anticipate this will be completed within the next month. I will keep you posted and have photos showing the progress via our Oak Park News avenue. I plan on keeping everybody up to date through the summer months with articles and progress reports. If anyone needs additional information on items, my phone number is 239-267-0654. I will return any missed calls that leave a message. In addition to the News, I have authorized any resident who wants to view our cameras we have installed throughout Oak Park the ability to use their devices to do so providing they download the following app. They will need to download “GUARDING EXPERT”. Use device domain as oakpark21961, name admin and password oakpark12 with IP address 192.168.0.200. If you need further assistance, contact Carolyn during regular office house. In addition, FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY, contact Carolyn on cell phone 920-946-2271. I hope everyone enjoys their summer and stays healthy. Until we see you again, take care of yourself. Board of Directors Message from the President Steve Fair, President

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Page 1: ACORN NEWS...26 Suzy & Bud Holden 29 Karen & John Schouwink 31 Linda & Tom Splitt . JUNE . 1 Dorothy & Carl Licini Susie & Mike Turner 4 Wendy & Dan Sprague 5 Carol & Dan Perone 8

ACORN NEWS Oak Park Village Cooperative Inc May 2018

To all heading North for the summer I wish you safe travels to your homes and hope you all have a great time with your families this season We will miss all of you and look forward to seeing you again this fall and winter

Please make sure that you have all your items properly stored at your residences here in case of severe weather I also remind you to let our office know who is watching over your homes and that we have correct information

for you in case of an emergency We hope this season will be calm but we need to be prepared for any unusual events that might happen

For those that will be staying year-round we anticipate a lot of activity and work being done in Oak Park Village Our maintenance crew have a lot of projects to complete over the summer in addition to their regular

maintenance duties I will be assisting and overseeing such projects as the marina dock remediation removal of the old storage shed at the dumpster as well as other projects

On another topic we have just received the legal documents to finally remove the damaged home at 1 Aloe and anticipate this will be completed within the next month I will keep you posted and have photos showing the

progress via our Oak Park News avenue I plan on keeping everybody up to date through the summer months with articles and progress reports If

anyone needs additional information on items my phone number is 239-267-0654 I will return any missed calls that leave a message

In addition to the News I have authorized any resident who wants to view our cameras we have installed throughout Oak Park the ability to use their devices to do so providing they download the following app They

will need to download ldquoGUARDING EXPERTrdquo Use device domain as oakpark21961 name admin and password oakpark12 with IP address 1921680200

If you need further assistance contact Carolyn during regular office house In addition FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY contact Carolyn on cell phone 920-946-2271

I hope everyone enjoys their summer and stays healthy Until we see you again take care of yourself

Board of Directors Message from the President Steve Fair President

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY

MAY 1 Jerry Winters

Richard Strobel Mike Turner Pat Heath

4 Wally Brewer Mona DeWalt 7 Constance London

Dottie Miller 10 Reinhard Glawe 11 Evelyn Johnson

Dan Tenniswood 12 Tim Opdyke Marilyn

Householder John Schouwink

13 JoAnn Provencal 16 Bonnie Stoddard Dar White

17 Doug Vine 18 Laurie Stevens Mark Evans

19 Sue Hahn 20 Betty Dolphin Christine Sherborn

21 Sherry Herold 23 Helen Smith 24 Nina Rigby

26 Shirley Kyle 27 Pauline Bailey 29 Ray Gauthier

Karen Schouwink 30 Clarence Jackson 31 Hank Gunnink

Bob Langer Bob Solarchick

JUNE 1 John Chandley

Annette Upchurch Jennifer Redding 9 Ivan Bastien

10 Bud Holden 11 Bill Pouliot 13 Carol Johnson

17 Melonie Barr 18 Darwin Trumble 20 Mary Alice Buckley

21 Tim McLin 22 Emmy Spackey 25 Doris Lockhoff

Jack McPhail 26 BJ Clark

Lorraine Graves 28 Sue Sanders 29 Jerry Blakely

30 Ann Crawford

JULY 2 Kris Skaro

5 Mike Studer Vickie Farmer 6 Dawn Cherney

7 Nancy Nelson 8 Kathy Fornell Sharon Opdyke

9 Carl Miller 10 John Hoelting 11 Jean Gaffney

Brenda Geffre 13 Vickie Vauter 16 Nick Weaver

Judy Zellmer 17 Jr Crawford

Ed Ziomek Dan Sprague 18 Norma Lane

19 Dolores Cummings 21 John Provencal 24 Mike DiNunzio

25 JoAnn Miller 26 Janet DiNunzio 27 Gloria Bissonnette

28 Larry Overbay 29 Laurel Gravelyn 30 Gary Larson

31 Sue Gilmore Ken DeWalt

AUGUST 2 Linda Root

Maria Velez 4 Kathy Bauer Polly Pierce

5 Rick Vauter Ron Sanderson 10 Dick Braatz

Bernice Strobel 11 Dana Nygard 12 Lynda Downie

George Dannecker Carl Licini

Terri Stillman 13 Bob Miller

Sue Nalley 14 Deborah Kunik 15 Dorothy Van

Norman 16 Louie Caton 18 Trisha Pouliot

Tina Baldino 20 RuthAnn Monroe 24 Don Fornell

Barb Snyder 25 Jeannine Mauthe 26 Jim Snyder

27 Marlene Moss 28 Pearl Mears Gene Monroe

29 Mike Doran

SEPTEMBER 2 Tim Herold

Dan Pierce 4 Steve Fair 7 Carol Harris

Mary Haverkate 9 Dawn Gibbs Susie Turner

10 Jerry Zellmer Jimmy Sellers Kim Eiss

11 Robert Sipes 18 Pauline Whittaker 19 Char Hummel

20 Connie Krebs 23 Barb McPhail

24 Kathy Young 26 Ken Ginter Marilyn Murphey

June Boyko 28 Wendy Sprague

THE PEOPLE OF OAK PARK

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MAY

3 Carol amp Gene Harris

6 Laurel amp Jack Gravelyn 7 Bonnie amp Dana

Nygard 13 Mary Ann amp Jim Watters

16 Jan amp Nick Weaver 23 Kathy amp Bill

Bauer 26 Suzy amp Bud Holden

29 Karen amp John Schouwink 31 Linda amp Tom

Splitt

JUNE

1 Dorothy amp Carl Licini

Susie amp Mike Turner 4 Wendy amp Dan

Sprague 5 Carol amp Dan Perone

8 Linda amp Bill White 12 Betty amp Brian Dolphin

16 Janet amp Howard Powell 17 Jan amp Jim Blythe

24 Liz amp Woody Ingram 26 Judy amp Gene

Courtney 27 Nora amp Ron

Sanderson 28 RuthAnn amp Gene Monroe

JULY

11 Nancy amp Bob Benham

12 Mona amp Ken DeWalt 13 Ruth amp Jerry

Blakely 15 Villie amp Ray McDaniel

17 Jennifer Redding amp Tom Barnum 18 Jeannine amp Jim

Mauthe 19 Nancy amp Jim Nelson

Nancy amp Dale Spencer 20 Liz amp Hank Yole

22 Annette amp Pete Upchurch

Jan amp Tim Haley 23 Marion amp Ed Ziomek

24 Gail amp Tom Princinsky 26 Klara amp Clarence

Jackson Kim amp Mark Eiss 27 Vickie amp Ed

Farmer

AUGUST

6 Lorraine amp Bruce Graves

Joni amp John Hoelting 7 Maggie amp Steve

McMann 8 Barb amp Bruce Snyder

Doris amp Mike Studer 10 Dottie amp Carl

Miller 17 Sherry amp Tim Herold

19 JoAnn amp John Provencal Beth amp Steve

Fair 25 Barb amp Jack

McPhail 31 Marlene amp Bob Solarchick

Glinda amp Michael Brust

SEPTEMBER

1 Karen amp Dick Braatz

2 Sue amp Doug Vine Polly amp Dan Pierce 13 Sue amp Wayne

Hahn 22 Darlene amp Tom Burton

26 Vickie amp Rick Vauter

NEW RESIDENTS Lynne amp Wayne Parlee

9 Dill

Christine amp Tom Sherborn 12 Grape

Jan amp Tim Haley

11 Hay

FOCUS ON FAITH ndash Movie Night

RAC Liz Ingram President One season is ending but planning for next year has already begun RAC has been busy developing the 2018-2019

activity calendar and there are some new events and changes that you might like to know about

Sunday November 18 2018 ndash The bus will take us to the 32nd Annual American Sand Sculpting Competition on Fort

Myers Beach Yoursquoll be amazed at the talent and imagination of these world class sand sculptors Food vans craft

vendors live music shaded seating and sand sculpting demonstrations continue throughout the day The back deck

of the Wyndham (formerly the Holiday Inn) has a full menu and bar Bus leaves the clubhouse at noon returning

about 5 pm Cost is $12 per person

Thursday Nov 22 2018 ndash Thanksgiving Potluck RAC will provide the meat but we need volunteers to help host set

up and clean up Bring your family and a generous dish to pass Letrsquos make this an Oak Park Family affair

Saturday December 1 2018 ndash Back in the dayhellipthink Gene Thornberghellipwe had a Pig in a Poke auction We are

going to try that again as a fundraiser and fun event So let me explain A ldquoPig in a Pokerdquo is a very old saying that you

are buying something that you donrsquot know what it is It may be valuable or not The fun comes from watching the

buyer open his bag to discover what unique crazy and unexpected item heshe now owns Think of the singing Billy

BasshellipNaomirsquos voluptuous fake boob costumehellipor maybe tickets to an Everblades hockey game Let your

imagination go wild Plans arenrsquot definite yet but this event would take the place of the traditional Lighting of the

Tree Suggestions are welcomed and volunteers are needed Keep your eye out as you browse yard sales this

summer for that Special item that would make a hit in Oak Park If this event is successful re-gifting the following

year would definitely be allowed

Wednesday December 12 2018 ndash RAC Trip to Fishermanrsquos Village and Kingfisher Fleet Christmas Canal Cruise ndash Bus

leaves the parking lot at 3 pm returning about 9 pm We will be on the 6 pm cruise Cost is $23 per person

Fishermanrsquos Village has several restaurants shops and usually live music

Thursday December 20 2018 ndash Christmas Potluck ndash This is possibly the biggest change we are making For many

many years RAC has held the Christmas potluck on Christmas Day meaning that several RAC council members spend

most of that day in the clubhouse kitchen away from family and friends helping to prepare a meal for an increasingly

smaller number of people This year we have moved the potluck date back to the Thursday before the Christmas

Holiday Again RAC will provide the meat but again we need several volunteers to help with set up serving and

clean-up

Monday December 24 2018 ndash Caroling with Jerry and Golf Cart Decorating Contest - Put your Santa Hats on and

think up seasonal themes to decorate your carts Woody and I made our golf cart into a snowplow one year

complete with fake snow You have all summer to come up with ideashellipso againhelliplet your imagination run wild

Saturday March 2 2019 ndash Mardi Gras Decorated Golf Cart Parade and Party ndash Buy beads and cart decorations this

summer Green Gold and Purple are the traditional colors of Mardi Gras

(Continued)

Saturday March 23 2019 ndash We are NOT having a High Tea We are having an ldquoUn-Teardquo RACrsquos event is a Fashion

Show by Anthonyrsquos with Wine and Tapas Ladies you will still host and decorate a table but with wine glasses instead

of tea cups Details are still in the making but it has been suggested that each guest bring a bottle of wine sparkling

juice or beer RAC will provide a punch or similar and 5-7 tapas choices If you would like to sign up for a table and be

involved in the planning please contact me by email Dawn Cherney is the contact person for the Fashion Show and

will need volunteers to model Anthonyrsquos clothing Please contact Dawn if you would like to model or want more

information about that

Wow And that takes us nearly to the end on next season Where does the time go Of course there are many

other activities on-going all season and a monthly calendar will be posted in the clubhouse We are always looking

for new ideas energetic volunteers and thoughtful feedback on completed activities

I would like to thank each of the RAC Council Members for their hard work this season Kathy Bauer Kae Tienstra

Dawn Cherney and Linda Splitt Kathy Kae and Dawn will be retiring from RAC in January 2019 and their shoes need

to be filled Please volunteer to serve on the RAC council for a 2 year term Itrsquos fun you meet lots of people it helps

fill your time (ha ha) and itrsquos good for Oak Park

RAC will be well taken care of over the summer in the capable hands of Cathy Mahan Thank you Cathy I hope many

volunteers will step up to help Cathy over the summer months

GARDEN CLUB (Nina Rigby)

The Alva Garden Club will have its last meeting on Tuesday May 15th at the Botanical Garden in Ft Myers ndash

FMLC Garden Counsel Tour of Garden

Bring a breakfast dish to pass Meet at the Alva Museum at 845am to carpool

EVERYONE WELCOME

EASTER SERVICE ON THE RIVER

KILL THE KEG ndash BINGO BASH

BOAT CLUB SO-LONG BREAKFAST ndash April 11th

BOAT CLUB LUNCHEON BY BOAT ndash April 18th

PAULINE LINERTrsquoS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ndash April 12TH

SWEET 16 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Many thanks to Janet McCaskill for working the brackets for us

Also all the players for getting the courts ready and pucks waxed Keith Jerry Wayne to name a few

1st place

Carol Ann Zohr amp Gerry Gionet

2nd Place Sue Hahn amp Ed Gionet

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS As the summer approaches so does hurricane season We can only hope amp pray

that the storms pass us by this year But if one again approaches Oak Park we want everyone one to be prepared Attached is a Hurricane Preparation Guide list for each resident

If you have already gone north and see something on this list that you would like

taken care of please contact your ldquohouse-sitterrdquo to make the arrangements

Copies of the guide sheet will be available in the library

HAVE A SAFE SUMMER

SEE YOU IN THE FALL

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

Page 2: ACORN NEWS...26 Suzy & Bud Holden 29 Karen & John Schouwink 31 Linda & Tom Splitt . JUNE . 1 Dorothy & Carl Licini Susie & Mike Turner 4 Wendy & Dan Sprague 5 Carol & Dan Perone 8

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

MAY 1 Jerry Winters

Richard Strobel Mike Turner Pat Heath

4 Wally Brewer Mona DeWalt 7 Constance London

Dottie Miller 10 Reinhard Glawe 11 Evelyn Johnson

Dan Tenniswood 12 Tim Opdyke Marilyn

Householder John Schouwink

13 JoAnn Provencal 16 Bonnie Stoddard Dar White

17 Doug Vine 18 Laurie Stevens Mark Evans

19 Sue Hahn 20 Betty Dolphin Christine Sherborn

21 Sherry Herold 23 Helen Smith 24 Nina Rigby

26 Shirley Kyle 27 Pauline Bailey 29 Ray Gauthier

Karen Schouwink 30 Clarence Jackson 31 Hank Gunnink

Bob Langer Bob Solarchick

JUNE 1 John Chandley

Annette Upchurch Jennifer Redding 9 Ivan Bastien

10 Bud Holden 11 Bill Pouliot 13 Carol Johnson

17 Melonie Barr 18 Darwin Trumble 20 Mary Alice Buckley

21 Tim McLin 22 Emmy Spackey 25 Doris Lockhoff

Jack McPhail 26 BJ Clark

Lorraine Graves 28 Sue Sanders 29 Jerry Blakely

30 Ann Crawford

JULY 2 Kris Skaro

5 Mike Studer Vickie Farmer 6 Dawn Cherney

7 Nancy Nelson 8 Kathy Fornell Sharon Opdyke

9 Carl Miller 10 John Hoelting 11 Jean Gaffney

Brenda Geffre 13 Vickie Vauter 16 Nick Weaver

Judy Zellmer 17 Jr Crawford

Ed Ziomek Dan Sprague 18 Norma Lane

19 Dolores Cummings 21 John Provencal 24 Mike DiNunzio

25 JoAnn Miller 26 Janet DiNunzio 27 Gloria Bissonnette

28 Larry Overbay 29 Laurel Gravelyn 30 Gary Larson

31 Sue Gilmore Ken DeWalt

AUGUST 2 Linda Root

Maria Velez 4 Kathy Bauer Polly Pierce

5 Rick Vauter Ron Sanderson 10 Dick Braatz

Bernice Strobel 11 Dana Nygard 12 Lynda Downie

George Dannecker Carl Licini

Terri Stillman 13 Bob Miller

Sue Nalley 14 Deborah Kunik 15 Dorothy Van

Norman 16 Louie Caton 18 Trisha Pouliot

Tina Baldino 20 RuthAnn Monroe 24 Don Fornell

Barb Snyder 25 Jeannine Mauthe 26 Jim Snyder

27 Marlene Moss 28 Pearl Mears Gene Monroe

29 Mike Doran

SEPTEMBER 2 Tim Herold

Dan Pierce 4 Steve Fair 7 Carol Harris

Mary Haverkate 9 Dawn Gibbs Susie Turner

10 Jerry Zellmer Jimmy Sellers Kim Eiss

11 Robert Sipes 18 Pauline Whittaker 19 Char Hummel

20 Connie Krebs 23 Barb McPhail

24 Kathy Young 26 Ken Ginter Marilyn Murphey

June Boyko 28 Wendy Sprague

THE PEOPLE OF OAK PARK

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MAY

3 Carol amp Gene Harris

6 Laurel amp Jack Gravelyn 7 Bonnie amp Dana

Nygard 13 Mary Ann amp Jim Watters

16 Jan amp Nick Weaver 23 Kathy amp Bill

Bauer 26 Suzy amp Bud Holden

29 Karen amp John Schouwink 31 Linda amp Tom

Splitt

JUNE

1 Dorothy amp Carl Licini

Susie amp Mike Turner 4 Wendy amp Dan

Sprague 5 Carol amp Dan Perone

8 Linda amp Bill White 12 Betty amp Brian Dolphin

16 Janet amp Howard Powell 17 Jan amp Jim Blythe

24 Liz amp Woody Ingram 26 Judy amp Gene

Courtney 27 Nora amp Ron

Sanderson 28 RuthAnn amp Gene Monroe

JULY

11 Nancy amp Bob Benham

12 Mona amp Ken DeWalt 13 Ruth amp Jerry

Blakely 15 Villie amp Ray McDaniel

17 Jennifer Redding amp Tom Barnum 18 Jeannine amp Jim

Mauthe 19 Nancy amp Jim Nelson

Nancy amp Dale Spencer 20 Liz amp Hank Yole

22 Annette amp Pete Upchurch

Jan amp Tim Haley 23 Marion amp Ed Ziomek

24 Gail amp Tom Princinsky 26 Klara amp Clarence

Jackson Kim amp Mark Eiss 27 Vickie amp Ed

Farmer

AUGUST

6 Lorraine amp Bruce Graves

Joni amp John Hoelting 7 Maggie amp Steve

McMann 8 Barb amp Bruce Snyder

Doris amp Mike Studer 10 Dottie amp Carl

Miller 17 Sherry amp Tim Herold

19 JoAnn amp John Provencal Beth amp Steve

Fair 25 Barb amp Jack

McPhail 31 Marlene amp Bob Solarchick

Glinda amp Michael Brust

SEPTEMBER

1 Karen amp Dick Braatz

2 Sue amp Doug Vine Polly amp Dan Pierce 13 Sue amp Wayne

Hahn 22 Darlene amp Tom Burton

26 Vickie amp Rick Vauter

NEW RESIDENTS Lynne amp Wayne Parlee

9 Dill

Christine amp Tom Sherborn 12 Grape

Jan amp Tim Haley

11 Hay

FOCUS ON FAITH ndash Movie Night

RAC Liz Ingram President One season is ending but planning for next year has already begun RAC has been busy developing the 2018-2019

activity calendar and there are some new events and changes that you might like to know about

Sunday November 18 2018 ndash The bus will take us to the 32nd Annual American Sand Sculpting Competition on Fort

Myers Beach Yoursquoll be amazed at the talent and imagination of these world class sand sculptors Food vans craft

vendors live music shaded seating and sand sculpting demonstrations continue throughout the day The back deck

of the Wyndham (formerly the Holiday Inn) has a full menu and bar Bus leaves the clubhouse at noon returning

about 5 pm Cost is $12 per person

Thursday Nov 22 2018 ndash Thanksgiving Potluck RAC will provide the meat but we need volunteers to help host set

up and clean up Bring your family and a generous dish to pass Letrsquos make this an Oak Park Family affair

Saturday December 1 2018 ndash Back in the dayhellipthink Gene Thornberghellipwe had a Pig in a Poke auction We are

going to try that again as a fundraiser and fun event So let me explain A ldquoPig in a Pokerdquo is a very old saying that you

are buying something that you donrsquot know what it is It may be valuable or not The fun comes from watching the

buyer open his bag to discover what unique crazy and unexpected item heshe now owns Think of the singing Billy

BasshellipNaomirsquos voluptuous fake boob costumehellipor maybe tickets to an Everblades hockey game Let your

imagination go wild Plans arenrsquot definite yet but this event would take the place of the traditional Lighting of the

Tree Suggestions are welcomed and volunteers are needed Keep your eye out as you browse yard sales this

summer for that Special item that would make a hit in Oak Park If this event is successful re-gifting the following

year would definitely be allowed

Wednesday December 12 2018 ndash RAC Trip to Fishermanrsquos Village and Kingfisher Fleet Christmas Canal Cruise ndash Bus

leaves the parking lot at 3 pm returning about 9 pm We will be on the 6 pm cruise Cost is $23 per person

Fishermanrsquos Village has several restaurants shops and usually live music

Thursday December 20 2018 ndash Christmas Potluck ndash This is possibly the biggest change we are making For many

many years RAC has held the Christmas potluck on Christmas Day meaning that several RAC council members spend

most of that day in the clubhouse kitchen away from family and friends helping to prepare a meal for an increasingly

smaller number of people This year we have moved the potluck date back to the Thursday before the Christmas

Holiday Again RAC will provide the meat but again we need several volunteers to help with set up serving and

clean-up

Monday December 24 2018 ndash Caroling with Jerry and Golf Cart Decorating Contest - Put your Santa Hats on and

think up seasonal themes to decorate your carts Woody and I made our golf cart into a snowplow one year

complete with fake snow You have all summer to come up with ideashellipso againhelliplet your imagination run wild

Saturday March 2 2019 ndash Mardi Gras Decorated Golf Cart Parade and Party ndash Buy beads and cart decorations this

summer Green Gold and Purple are the traditional colors of Mardi Gras

(Continued)

Saturday March 23 2019 ndash We are NOT having a High Tea We are having an ldquoUn-Teardquo RACrsquos event is a Fashion

Show by Anthonyrsquos with Wine and Tapas Ladies you will still host and decorate a table but with wine glasses instead

of tea cups Details are still in the making but it has been suggested that each guest bring a bottle of wine sparkling

juice or beer RAC will provide a punch or similar and 5-7 tapas choices If you would like to sign up for a table and be

involved in the planning please contact me by email Dawn Cherney is the contact person for the Fashion Show and

will need volunteers to model Anthonyrsquos clothing Please contact Dawn if you would like to model or want more

information about that

Wow And that takes us nearly to the end on next season Where does the time go Of course there are many

other activities on-going all season and a monthly calendar will be posted in the clubhouse We are always looking

for new ideas energetic volunteers and thoughtful feedback on completed activities

I would like to thank each of the RAC Council Members for their hard work this season Kathy Bauer Kae Tienstra

Dawn Cherney and Linda Splitt Kathy Kae and Dawn will be retiring from RAC in January 2019 and their shoes need

to be filled Please volunteer to serve on the RAC council for a 2 year term Itrsquos fun you meet lots of people it helps

fill your time (ha ha) and itrsquos good for Oak Park

RAC will be well taken care of over the summer in the capable hands of Cathy Mahan Thank you Cathy I hope many

volunteers will step up to help Cathy over the summer months

GARDEN CLUB (Nina Rigby)

The Alva Garden Club will have its last meeting on Tuesday May 15th at the Botanical Garden in Ft Myers ndash

FMLC Garden Counsel Tour of Garden

Bring a breakfast dish to pass Meet at the Alva Museum at 845am to carpool

EVERYONE WELCOME

EASTER SERVICE ON THE RIVER

KILL THE KEG ndash BINGO BASH

BOAT CLUB SO-LONG BREAKFAST ndash April 11th

BOAT CLUB LUNCHEON BY BOAT ndash April 18th

PAULINE LINERTrsquoS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ndash April 12TH

SWEET 16 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Many thanks to Janet McCaskill for working the brackets for us

Also all the players for getting the courts ready and pucks waxed Keith Jerry Wayne to name a few

1st place

Carol Ann Zohr amp Gerry Gionet

2nd Place Sue Hahn amp Ed Gionet

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS As the summer approaches so does hurricane season We can only hope amp pray

that the storms pass us by this year But if one again approaches Oak Park we want everyone one to be prepared Attached is a Hurricane Preparation Guide list for each resident

If you have already gone north and see something on this list that you would like

taken care of please contact your ldquohouse-sitterrdquo to make the arrangements

Copies of the guide sheet will be available in the library

HAVE A SAFE SUMMER

SEE YOU IN THE FALL

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

Page 3: ACORN NEWS...26 Suzy & Bud Holden 29 Karen & John Schouwink 31 Linda & Tom Splitt . JUNE . 1 Dorothy & Carl Licini Susie & Mike Turner 4 Wendy & Dan Sprague 5 Carol & Dan Perone 8

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MAY

3 Carol amp Gene Harris

6 Laurel amp Jack Gravelyn 7 Bonnie amp Dana

Nygard 13 Mary Ann amp Jim Watters

16 Jan amp Nick Weaver 23 Kathy amp Bill

Bauer 26 Suzy amp Bud Holden

29 Karen amp John Schouwink 31 Linda amp Tom

Splitt

JUNE

1 Dorothy amp Carl Licini

Susie amp Mike Turner 4 Wendy amp Dan

Sprague 5 Carol amp Dan Perone

8 Linda amp Bill White 12 Betty amp Brian Dolphin

16 Janet amp Howard Powell 17 Jan amp Jim Blythe

24 Liz amp Woody Ingram 26 Judy amp Gene

Courtney 27 Nora amp Ron

Sanderson 28 RuthAnn amp Gene Monroe

JULY

11 Nancy amp Bob Benham

12 Mona amp Ken DeWalt 13 Ruth amp Jerry

Blakely 15 Villie amp Ray McDaniel

17 Jennifer Redding amp Tom Barnum 18 Jeannine amp Jim

Mauthe 19 Nancy amp Jim Nelson

Nancy amp Dale Spencer 20 Liz amp Hank Yole

22 Annette amp Pete Upchurch

Jan amp Tim Haley 23 Marion amp Ed Ziomek

24 Gail amp Tom Princinsky 26 Klara amp Clarence

Jackson Kim amp Mark Eiss 27 Vickie amp Ed

Farmer

AUGUST

6 Lorraine amp Bruce Graves

Joni amp John Hoelting 7 Maggie amp Steve

McMann 8 Barb amp Bruce Snyder

Doris amp Mike Studer 10 Dottie amp Carl

Miller 17 Sherry amp Tim Herold

19 JoAnn amp John Provencal Beth amp Steve

Fair 25 Barb amp Jack

McPhail 31 Marlene amp Bob Solarchick

Glinda amp Michael Brust

SEPTEMBER

1 Karen amp Dick Braatz

2 Sue amp Doug Vine Polly amp Dan Pierce 13 Sue amp Wayne

Hahn 22 Darlene amp Tom Burton

26 Vickie amp Rick Vauter

NEW RESIDENTS Lynne amp Wayne Parlee

9 Dill

Christine amp Tom Sherborn 12 Grape

Jan amp Tim Haley

11 Hay

FOCUS ON FAITH ndash Movie Night

RAC Liz Ingram President One season is ending but planning for next year has already begun RAC has been busy developing the 2018-2019

activity calendar and there are some new events and changes that you might like to know about

Sunday November 18 2018 ndash The bus will take us to the 32nd Annual American Sand Sculpting Competition on Fort

Myers Beach Yoursquoll be amazed at the talent and imagination of these world class sand sculptors Food vans craft

vendors live music shaded seating and sand sculpting demonstrations continue throughout the day The back deck

of the Wyndham (formerly the Holiday Inn) has a full menu and bar Bus leaves the clubhouse at noon returning

about 5 pm Cost is $12 per person

Thursday Nov 22 2018 ndash Thanksgiving Potluck RAC will provide the meat but we need volunteers to help host set

up and clean up Bring your family and a generous dish to pass Letrsquos make this an Oak Park Family affair

Saturday December 1 2018 ndash Back in the dayhellipthink Gene Thornberghellipwe had a Pig in a Poke auction We are

going to try that again as a fundraiser and fun event So let me explain A ldquoPig in a Pokerdquo is a very old saying that you

are buying something that you donrsquot know what it is It may be valuable or not The fun comes from watching the

buyer open his bag to discover what unique crazy and unexpected item heshe now owns Think of the singing Billy

BasshellipNaomirsquos voluptuous fake boob costumehellipor maybe tickets to an Everblades hockey game Let your

imagination go wild Plans arenrsquot definite yet but this event would take the place of the traditional Lighting of the

Tree Suggestions are welcomed and volunteers are needed Keep your eye out as you browse yard sales this

summer for that Special item that would make a hit in Oak Park If this event is successful re-gifting the following

year would definitely be allowed

Wednesday December 12 2018 ndash RAC Trip to Fishermanrsquos Village and Kingfisher Fleet Christmas Canal Cruise ndash Bus

leaves the parking lot at 3 pm returning about 9 pm We will be on the 6 pm cruise Cost is $23 per person

Fishermanrsquos Village has several restaurants shops and usually live music

Thursday December 20 2018 ndash Christmas Potluck ndash This is possibly the biggest change we are making For many

many years RAC has held the Christmas potluck on Christmas Day meaning that several RAC council members spend

most of that day in the clubhouse kitchen away from family and friends helping to prepare a meal for an increasingly

smaller number of people This year we have moved the potluck date back to the Thursday before the Christmas

Holiday Again RAC will provide the meat but again we need several volunteers to help with set up serving and

clean-up

Monday December 24 2018 ndash Caroling with Jerry and Golf Cart Decorating Contest - Put your Santa Hats on and

think up seasonal themes to decorate your carts Woody and I made our golf cart into a snowplow one year

complete with fake snow You have all summer to come up with ideashellipso againhelliplet your imagination run wild

Saturday March 2 2019 ndash Mardi Gras Decorated Golf Cart Parade and Party ndash Buy beads and cart decorations this

summer Green Gold and Purple are the traditional colors of Mardi Gras

(Continued)

Saturday March 23 2019 ndash We are NOT having a High Tea We are having an ldquoUn-Teardquo RACrsquos event is a Fashion

Show by Anthonyrsquos with Wine and Tapas Ladies you will still host and decorate a table but with wine glasses instead

of tea cups Details are still in the making but it has been suggested that each guest bring a bottle of wine sparkling

juice or beer RAC will provide a punch or similar and 5-7 tapas choices If you would like to sign up for a table and be

involved in the planning please contact me by email Dawn Cherney is the contact person for the Fashion Show and

will need volunteers to model Anthonyrsquos clothing Please contact Dawn if you would like to model or want more

information about that

Wow And that takes us nearly to the end on next season Where does the time go Of course there are many

other activities on-going all season and a monthly calendar will be posted in the clubhouse We are always looking

for new ideas energetic volunteers and thoughtful feedback on completed activities

I would like to thank each of the RAC Council Members for their hard work this season Kathy Bauer Kae Tienstra

Dawn Cherney and Linda Splitt Kathy Kae and Dawn will be retiring from RAC in January 2019 and their shoes need

to be filled Please volunteer to serve on the RAC council for a 2 year term Itrsquos fun you meet lots of people it helps

fill your time (ha ha) and itrsquos good for Oak Park

RAC will be well taken care of over the summer in the capable hands of Cathy Mahan Thank you Cathy I hope many

volunteers will step up to help Cathy over the summer months

GARDEN CLUB (Nina Rigby)

The Alva Garden Club will have its last meeting on Tuesday May 15th at the Botanical Garden in Ft Myers ndash

FMLC Garden Counsel Tour of Garden

Bring a breakfast dish to pass Meet at the Alva Museum at 845am to carpool

EVERYONE WELCOME

EASTER SERVICE ON THE RIVER

KILL THE KEG ndash BINGO BASH

BOAT CLUB SO-LONG BREAKFAST ndash April 11th

BOAT CLUB LUNCHEON BY BOAT ndash April 18th

PAULINE LINERTrsquoS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ndash April 12TH

SWEET 16 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Many thanks to Janet McCaskill for working the brackets for us

Also all the players for getting the courts ready and pucks waxed Keith Jerry Wayne to name a few

1st place

Carol Ann Zohr amp Gerry Gionet

2nd Place Sue Hahn amp Ed Gionet

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS As the summer approaches so does hurricane season We can only hope amp pray

that the storms pass us by this year But if one again approaches Oak Park we want everyone one to be prepared Attached is a Hurricane Preparation Guide list for each resident

If you have already gone north and see something on this list that you would like

taken care of please contact your ldquohouse-sitterrdquo to make the arrangements

Copies of the guide sheet will be available in the library

HAVE A SAFE SUMMER

SEE YOU IN THE FALL

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

Page 4: ACORN NEWS...26 Suzy & Bud Holden 29 Karen & John Schouwink 31 Linda & Tom Splitt . JUNE . 1 Dorothy & Carl Licini Susie & Mike Turner 4 Wendy & Dan Sprague 5 Carol & Dan Perone 8

RAC Liz Ingram President One season is ending but planning for next year has already begun RAC has been busy developing the 2018-2019

activity calendar and there are some new events and changes that you might like to know about

Sunday November 18 2018 ndash The bus will take us to the 32nd Annual American Sand Sculpting Competition on Fort

Myers Beach Yoursquoll be amazed at the talent and imagination of these world class sand sculptors Food vans craft

vendors live music shaded seating and sand sculpting demonstrations continue throughout the day The back deck

of the Wyndham (formerly the Holiday Inn) has a full menu and bar Bus leaves the clubhouse at noon returning

about 5 pm Cost is $12 per person

Thursday Nov 22 2018 ndash Thanksgiving Potluck RAC will provide the meat but we need volunteers to help host set

up and clean up Bring your family and a generous dish to pass Letrsquos make this an Oak Park Family affair

Saturday December 1 2018 ndash Back in the dayhellipthink Gene Thornberghellipwe had a Pig in a Poke auction We are

going to try that again as a fundraiser and fun event So let me explain A ldquoPig in a Pokerdquo is a very old saying that you

are buying something that you donrsquot know what it is It may be valuable or not The fun comes from watching the

buyer open his bag to discover what unique crazy and unexpected item heshe now owns Think of the singing Billy

BasshellipNaomirsquos voluptuous fake boob costumehellipor maybe tickets to an Everblades hockey game Let your

imagination go wild Plans arenrsquot definite yet but this event would take the place of the traditional Lighting of the

Tree Suggestions are welcomed and volunteers are needed Keep your eye out as you browse yard sales this

summer for that Special item that would make a hit in Oak Park If this event is successful re-gifting the following

year would definitely be allowed

Wednesday December 12 2018 ndash RAC Trip to Fishermanrsquos Village and Kingfisher Fleet Christmas Canal Cruise ndash Bus

leaves the parking lot at 3 pm returning about 9 pm We will be on the 6 pm cruise Cost is $23 per person

Fishermanrsquos Village has several restaurants shops and usually live music

Thursday December 20 2018 ndash Christmas Potluck ndash This is possibly the biggest change we are making For many

many years RAC has held the Christmas potluck on Christmas Day meaning that several RAC council members spend

most of that day in the clubhouse kitchen away from family and friends helping to prepare a meal for an increasingly

smaller number of people This year we have moved the potluck date back to the Thursday before the Christmas

Holiday Again RAC will provide the meat but again we need several volunteers to help with set up serving and

clean-up

Monday December 24 2018 ndash Caroling with Jerry and Golf Cart Decorating Contest - Put your Santa Hats on and

think up seasonal themes to decorate your carts Woody and I made our golf cart into a snowplow one year

complete with fake snow You have all summer to come up with ideashellipso againhelliplet your imagination run wild

Saturday March 2 2019 ndash Mardi Gras Decorated Golf Cart Parade and Party ndash Buy beads and cart decorations this

summer Green Gold and Purple are the traditional colors of Mardi Gras

(Continued)

Saturday March 23 2019 ndash We are NOT having a High Tea We are having an ldquoUn-Teardquo RACrsquos event is a Fashion

Show by Anthonyrsquos with Wine and Tapas Ladies you will still host and decorate a table but with wine glasses instead

of tea cups Details are still in the making but it has been suggested that each guest bring a bottle of wine sparkling

juice or beer RAC will provide a punch or similar and 5-7 tapas choices If you would like to sign up for a table and be

involved in the planning please contact me by email Dawn Cherney is the contact person for the Fashion Show and

will need volunteers to model Anthonyrsquos clothing Please contact Dawn if you would like to model or want more

information about that

Wow And that takes us nearly to the end on next season Where does the time go Of course there are many

other activities on-going all season and a monthly calendar will be posted in the clubhouse We are always looking

for new ideas energetic volunteers and thoughtful feedback on completed activities

I would like to thank each of the RAC Council Members for their hard work this season Kathy Bauer Kae Tienstra

Dawn Cherney and Linda Splitt Kathy Kae and Dawn will be retiring from RAC in January 2019 and their shoes need

to be filled Please volunteer to serve on the RAC council for a 2 year term Itrsquos fun you meet lots of people it helps

fill your time (ha ha) and itrsquos good for Oak Park

RAC will be well taken care of over the summer in the capable hands of Cathy Mahan Thank you Cathy I hope many

volunteers will step up to help Cathy over the summer months

GARDEN CLUB (Nina Rigby)

The Alva Garden Club will have its last meeting on Tuesday May 15th at the Botanical Garden in Ft Myers ndash

FMLC Garden Counsel Tour of Garden

Bring a breakfast dish to pass Meet at the Alva Museum at 845am to carpool

EVERYONE WELCOME

EASTER SERVICE ON THE RIVER

KILL THE KEG ndash BINGO BASH

BOAT CLUB SO-LONG BREAKFAST ndash April 11th

BOAT CLUB LUNCHEON BY BOAT ndash April 18th

PAULINE LINERTrsquoS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ndash April 12TH

SWEET 16 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Many thanks to Janet McCaskill for working the brackets for us

Also all the players for getting the courts ready and pucks waxed Keith Jerry Wayne to name a few

1st place

Carol Ann Zohr amp Gerry Gionet

2nd Place Sue Hahn amp Ed Gionet

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS As the summer approaches so does hurricane season We can only hope amp pray

that the storms pass us by this year But if one again approaches Oak Park we want everyone one to be prepared Attached is a Hurricane Preparation Guide list for each resident

If you have already gone north and see something on this list that you would like

taken care of please contact your ldquohouse-sitterrdquo to make the arrangements

Copies of the guide sheet will be available in the library

HAVE A SAFE SUMMER

SEE YOU IN THE FALL

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

Page 5: ACORN NEWS...26 Suzy & Bud Holden 29 Karen & John Schouwink 31 Linda & Tom Splitt . JUNE . 1 Dorothy & Carl Licini Susie & Mike Turner 4 Wendy & Dan Sprague 5 Carol & Dan Perone 8

(Continued)

Saturday March 23 2019 ndash We are NOT having a High Tea We are having an ldquoUn-Teardquo RACrsquos event is a Fashion

Show by Anthonyrsquos with Wine and Tapas Ladies you will still host and decorate a table but with wine glasses instead

of tea cups Details are still in the making but it has been suggested that each guest bring a bottle of wine sparkling

juice or beer RAC will provide a punch or similar and 5-7 tapas choices If you would like to sign up for a table and be

involved in the planning please contact me by email Dawn Cherney is the contact person for the Fashion Show and

will need volunteers to model Anthonyrsquos clothing Please contact Dawn if you would like to model or want more

information about that

Wow And that takes us nearly to the end on next season Where does the time go Of course there are many

other activities on-going all season and a monthly calendar will be posted in the clubhouse We are always looking

for new ideas energetic volunteers and thoughtful feedback on completed activities

I would like to thank each of the RAC Council Members for their hard work this season Kathy Bauer Kae Tienstra

Dawn Cherney and Linda Splitt Kathy Kae and Dawn will be retiring from RAC in January 2019 and their shoes need

to be filled Please volunteer to serve on the RAC council for a 2 year term Itrsquos fun you meet lots of people it helps

fill your time (ha ha) and itrsquos good for Oak Park

RAC will be well taken care of over the summer in the capable hands of Cathy Mahan Thank you Cathy I hope many

volunteers will step up to help Cathy over the summer months

GARDEN CLUB (Nina Rigby)

The Alva Garden Club will have its last meeting on Tuesday May 15th at the Botanical Garden in Ft Myers ndash

FMLC Garden Counsel Tour of Garden

Bring a breakfast dish to pass Meet at the Alva Museum at 845am to carpool

EVERYONE WELCOME

EASTER SERVICE ON THE RIVER

KILL THE KEG ndash BINGO BASH

BOAT CLUB SO-LONG BREAKFAST ndash April 11th

BOAT CLUB LUNCHEON BY BOAT ndash April 18th

PAULINE LINERTrsquoS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ndash April 12TH

SWEET 16 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Many thanks to Janet McCaskill for working the brackets for us

Also all the players for getting the courts ready and pucks waxed Keith Jerry Wayne to name a few

1st place

Carol Ann Zohr amp Gerry Gionet

2nd Place Sue Hahn amp Ed Gionet

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS As the summer approaches so does hurricane season We can only hope amp pray

that the storms pass us by this year But if one again approaches Oak Park we want everyone one to be prepared Attached is a Hurricane Preparation Guide list for each resident

If you have already gone north and see something on this list that you would like

taken care of please contact your ldquohouse-sitterrdquo to make the arrangements

Copies of the guide sheet will be available in the library

HAVE A SAFE SUMMER

SEE YOU IN THE FALL

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

Page 6: ACORN NEWS...26 Suzy & Bud Holden 29 Karen & John Schouwink 31 Linda & Tom Splitt . JUNE . 1 Dorothy & Carl Licini Susie & Mike Turner 4 Wendy & Dan Sprague 5 Carol & Dan Perone 8

KILL THE KEG ndash BINGO BASH

BOAT CLUB SO-LONG BREAKFAST ndash April 11th

BOAT CLUB LUNCHEON BY BOAT ndash April 18th

PAULINE LINERTrsquoS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ndash April 12TH

SWEET 16 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Many thanks to Janet McCaskill for working the brackets for us

Also all the players for getting the courts ready and pucks waxed Keith Jerry Wayne to name a few

1st place

Carol Ann Zohr amp Gerry Gionet

2nd Place Sue Hahn amp Ed Gionet

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS As the summer approaches so does hurricane season We can only hope amp pray

that the storms pass us by this year But if one again approaches Oak Park we want everyone one to be prepared Attached is a Hurricane Preparation Guide list for each resident

If you have already gone north and see something on this list that you would like

taken care of please contact your ldquohouse-sitterrdquo to make the arrangements

Copies of the guide sheet will be available in the library

HAVE A SAFE SUMMER

SEE YOU IN THE FALL

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

Page 7: ACORN NEWS...26 Suzy & Bud Holden 29 Karen & John Schouwink 31 Linda & Tom Splitt . JUNE . 1 Dorothy & Carl Licini Susie & Mike Turner 4 Wendy & Dan Sprague 5 Carol & Dan Perone 8

BOAT CLUB LUNCHEON BY BOAT ndash April 18th

PAULINE LINERTrsquoS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ndash April 12TH

SWEET 16 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Many thanks to Janet McCaskill for working the brackets for us

Also all the players for getting the courts ready and pucks waxed Keith Jerry Wayne to name a few

1st place

Carol Ann Zohr amp Gerry Gionet

2nd Place Sue Hahn amp Ed Gionet

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS As the summer approaches so does hurricane season We can only hope amp pray

that the storms pass us by this year But if one again approaches Oak Park we want everyone one to be prepared Attached is a Hurricane Preparation Guide list for each resident

If you have already gone north and see something on this list that you would like

taken care of please contact your ldquohouse-sitterrdquo to make the arrangements

Copies of the guide sheet will be available in the library

HAVE A SAFE SUMMER

SEE YOU IN THE FALL

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

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SWEET 16 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Many thanks to Janet McCaskill for working the brackets for us

Also all the players for getting the courts ready and pucks waxed Keith Jerry Wayne to name a few

1st place

Carol Ann Zohr amp Gerry Gionet

2nd Place Sue Hahn amp Ed Gionet

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS As the summer approaches so does hurricane season We can only hope amp pray

that the storms pass us by this year But if one again approaches Oak Park we want everyone one to be prepared Attached is a Hurricane Preparation Guide list for each resident

If you have already gone north and see something on this list that you would like

taken care of please contact your ldquohouse-sitterrdquo to make the arrangements

Copies of the guide sheet will be available in the library

HAVE A SAFE SUMMER

SEE YOU IN THE FALL

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

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HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE THE STORM

- LISTEN to all Weather Service Information ndash know the facts

- Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind including

o Door Mats

o Flower Pots

o LawnPorch Furniture

o Wind Chimes

o Shepherd Hooks

o ANYTHING not secured will be picked up by maintenance and put in the dumpster

- Close windows doors amp hurricane shutters If necessary board up with plywood

- Clear gutters of debris

- Turn the refrigerator amp freezer to the coldest setting amp keep them closed as much as possible

so that food will last longer if power goes out Use cooler

- Unplug small appliances

- Fill your carrsquos gas tank amp generator tanks if appropriate

- Plan route to alternate shelter making plans for pets if appropriate

- Check your disaster supplies amp replacerestock as needed including

o Water at least a 3 day supply1 gallon per person per day

o Food at least a 3 day supplynon-perishable easy to preparecan opener

o Flashlight with fresh amp extra batteries

o First aid kit

o Medications a 7 day supply amp medical items such as hearing aidsglassessyringesetc

o Sanitary amp personal hygiene items

o Copies of critical personal documents including medication amp medical information

passports birth certificates insurance policies deeds

o Cell phone with charges preferably auto charger

o Family amp emergency contact information

o Extra cash

o Pet suppliescollar leash ID carrier food bowl waste disposal bags

o Extra set of carhouse keys

o Extra clothing sturdy shoes

o Rain gear

o Insect repellent amp sunscreen

- Notify the office if you are leaving for a shelter amp which shelter you are going to

- If evacuation order is issued ndash EVACUATE

AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can

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AFTER THE STORM

- Let people know you are safe

- Stay alert for extended rainfall amp subsequent flooding

- Return home only when officials say it is safe

- Drive only if necessary amp avoid flooded roads

- Be careful of downed power lines weakened structures blocked streets

- Stay out of any building that has water around it

- Do not drink the water

- Inspect your home for damage amp take pictures of both building amp contents for insurance

purposes

- Use flashlights in the dark do not use candles

- Check refrigerator for spoilage If in doubt throw it away

- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury

- Watch animals closely amp keep them under your direct control

- Help your neighbors as you can