We had a great dance on Saturday evening with High Country. They’ve proved themselves to be a great country band and all of the Southern Comfort people that attended gave them a thumbs up for next season so I’ll try to get them again.
Diego was again a hit at Happy Hour. I was able to get him for one more Happy Hour in February but I am sorry to say that for the rest of this season he is entirely booked up. I’ll be working to get some other good dance entertainment at other Happy Hours in February and March.
We’ve been given a suggestion on the monthly calendar. The individuals suggested that we leave the Country Sunshine events off of our calendar since we get a copy of theirs anyway. They think it is too confusing. We will be posting their posters as well as ours on the board right above where the calendars are set out. So, let’s take a vote. Raise your hands if you want to see Country Sunshine’s entertainment and dances on our calendar as we have done in the past and as they are doing at Country Sunshine? Now how may of you don’t want the Country Sunshine entertainment and dances on our calendar, raise your hands. Okay, going forward, we will just show the Southern Comfort activities on our calendar.
Another Change - Dance and Entertainment Tickets:
After our short time on the job, we’ve decided that we are going to change the way we do ticket sales. We will sell advance tickets only for the special events or events where we need a head count in order to plan for meals. This will save money on ink and paper supplies not to mention our time. We have been throwing away a lot of unused tickets because most of you just show up at the door.
Activity Surveys:
If you who are just returning to the park and have not received a Survey, please take the time to fill one out. If you did not receive one because you are just arriving, Jeanette will have one for you. We would like your input on what you want from the Activities Department especially in the areas of entertainment and dances. So far, we have quite a lot of people wanting more of Diego and Country Dances. Then we have several that want a band that plays a band that does a Mixture of country and rock and roll. We will listen to the information that we receive from you so make sure you get your surveys in. We’ll be attending the Entertainer Showcases on the 9th and 17th of this month. That’s where we will book everything for next season and also some for February and March of this year.
Put a HOLD THAT DATE on your calendar for Valentine’s Day. I am working with some residents in the park right now and once we have everything finalized, I’ll fill you all in. I will tell you that if you like to eat and love to laugh, you won’t want to miss this Valentines Party!
I'm also getting Trips together for February. I'm wondering if any of you would be interested in attending a Killer Bees Hockey Game. There is one on February 5th at 6 PM. It is the Killer Bees vs. the Texas Lawmen. We always found them quite fun, especially when we went in a group. Is anyone interested?
ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK (Jan 7th – Jan 13th):
January 7th right after the meeting – We will have a meeting on the status of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) so please stay and find out more about what progress has been made toward getting one in our Hall.
At 10 AM (today) – Merle Norman will be giving facials in the Outback to those ladies that signed up. We want to extend a big Thank You to the Wood Carvers who gave up their room for the women today!
January 8th – is the Craft Show and if you have not attended before, we also serve breakfast and lunch. The craft show starts at 8 AM and runs until Noon.
Also, on January 8th, there is a Potluck in the Hall at 5 PM. For those of your that are new, that means arrive around 4 PM for a Happy Hour. Bring a dish to share with 6 to 8 people and your own dinnerware. Iced Tea will be available, however, if you would rather have something else, then you can bring that also.
On January 9th, Wednesday, Lee and I will be out of the office attending an Entertainer Showcase and picking out entertainers and bands for next season. We’ll leave there a bit early so that we can join you and help out with the Welcome Back Dinner.
The Welcome Back Dinner starts at 5 PM. For those that are new, this is a free dinner provided by Encore to welcome back our winter residents or Winter Texans as they are referred to here. All residents (Winter Texans or permanent residents) are invited to the party. We will be having Chicken Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and more. Marlene and I will be distributing the tickets at the back of the Hall after this meeting. She will be handing out Lots 1-240 and I will be handing Lots 240 on. If you have just returned, you can sign up and pick up your tickets after the meeting. Greg Jones will be here to entertain us for the Welcome Back Dinner.
January 10th, Thursday: There is an AARP Driving Course being given in the Outback. If you are an AARP member you will get a $5 discount on the driving course. You may also be able to get a discount on your car insurance by taking this course. Contact your insurance carrier to see if you do.
Also on January 10th, we will get to enjoy the first of the Encore Tribute Concerts. This one is Paperback Writer which is a tribute to the Beatles. There will be a Matinee performance at 3 PM and an evening performance at 7 PM here at Southern Comfort. If you don’t have tickets yet, contact Country Sunshine to see if tickets are still available.
January 11th from 1 – 2:30 PM, there is a Golf Signup in the Outback.
Also on January 12th we can enjoy a Happy Hour at 4 PM, a Cookout at 5 PM and that will be followed at 7 PM with the Horse Races in the Hall.
For the cookout, bring your own meat that will be grilled by our expert grillmasters. Also bring your own dinnerware and BYOB. There is a signup sheet at the back of the hall. As an added bonus, Tom Vanderly will provide music for the event in the Hall. Tom has his own Karaoke equipment and he would love to start a Sing-a-Long or Karaoke group. We are having him at this event to introduce all of you to him. I will be setting him up with a couple of dates on the calendar and see if there is interest in having a regular time for this kind of activity.
On Sunday, January 13th, at 5 PM there is a Happy Hour followed by Milk Shakes in the Hall. The milkshakes are $1.50 and you can choose chocolate, strawberry or vanilla.
At 7 PM on the 13th, if you haven’t finished your shake or even if you have, purchase a ticket for the show and enjoy both. Adam Pope and the Rebel Roots. This show is a country/rockabilly show with energetic, thoughtful songs about faith, family, country, humor, a pig and more! It sounds like fun to me! The tickets are $7 and Lee will be selling them after the meeting today in the back of the Hall.
There are lots of fun things happening this month and I have put the upcoming events on the blog as well as on the calendar. Don't forget to sign up for the Trailer Trash Party and we have Texas Wheels coming for our Dance on January 15th at 7 PM. There are basically a country band but they do play some good old rock & roll, especially if it is requested. We'd like you all to check them out and let us know if they are a band you want to see again!
VOLUNTEERS:
Marlene will need people to help set up for the craft show after Bingo on Monday. She also needs a couple people to sell raffle tickets. One from 8 to 9:30 AM and one from 9:30 to 11 AM. You can see her after the meeting or after Bingo.
Is Roy Heinlen here today? Roy, on January 13th and on the 20th there will be entertainment in the Hall at 7 PM. Would you leave the chairs up after church on those two Sundays. Then we won't need to look for volunteers.
ENCORE GAMES:
I’m
still trying to touch base with all the leaders of the games that are played as
part of the Encore Games
Checking
back, I see Southern Comfort has been pretty successful in the games we’ve
participated in. As I remember Debbie telling us, we just haven’t participated
in enough of the games to finish among the top parks in the Valley. That said,
don’t be intimidated by our historic high degree of success thinking you are expected
to win if you compete. We’ll all cheer you on to do your best. And who knows?
You may surprise yourself.
There
are some games I know we play here that haven’t had anyone sign up. Like Horseshoes
– I know we have horseshoe players here at SC. We need a team of 2 men and 2
women willing to represent us.
Darts
is another and we’ve been successful at this one in the past. So the call is
out for darts players.
While
the finals don’t actually start until the end of the month, we need to order
the t-shirts you’re required to wear to compete so the sooner we know who’s
representing us, the quicker we can get that process started. Otherwise, we’ll
just have to order a selection and hope we can give you one that fits.
PRESENTATION:
Vicki, can you come up here please. In the spirit of love and laughter, I have something that I want to pass on to you because it really is more in your area of expertise than mine as you are property management and I am merely activities. So, Victoria, this torch is being passed! (The Doggie Poop sign was given to Victoria)
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COMING UP SOON:
January 14th, 1 PM - There will be a New Bee Meeting (a meeting for new residents) in the Hall.. Cookies and Juice will be served.
January 15th, 7 PM - We will have a dance with Texas Wheels. The tickets are $6. They are a terrific country band but they also do a bit of rock and roll too. If you haven't heard them, then you are in for a treat. They have a great following and I know you will enjoy them so mark your calendars. We want to hear from you if you want them back.
January 16th at 3 PM – The Trailer Trash Party. Sign up at the back of the Hall. This will be a hilarious time – can’t wait to see the costumes. If you don’t have one, just stop at a thrift shop in their bargain area! The worse you look, the more chance you have to win the contest. Think dumpster diving! There will also be a prize for the table that wins the contest for the most trashy table including the food. Every person at the table gets a prize. There will be a beer can toss contest and Carlos Canas will be providing music for those that want to dance or just listen.
January 17th – Ladies, meet in the Hall at 10 AM for the Ladies Lunch & More.
January 20th – Williamson Branch will be here to entertain us. The tickets are $7 in advance and $8 at the door. Nashville-based Williamson Branch is a high energy, high-stepping' show that features a fine-tuned variety of bluegrass, gospel and country music, accentuated by world-class, Appalachian clog dancing. As Pinecastle recording aritists, this family fills every performance with memorable moments of love and laughter. In recent years, audiences from PBS Television to Branson, Dollywood to the legendary Ryman Auditorium (Home of the Grand Ole Opry) have thrilled to the soaring vocal harmonies and sparkling personalities of Williamson Branch! Types of Music: Bluegrass, Classic Country, Family Band, Gospel, and Variety.
February 5, 2019 at 10 AM – You are invited to check out the new facility for parties and other events. It is Jose’s Cafecito Courtyard at the Cedar House. The address is 114 S 7th St. in Donna, Texas 78537. Please sign the sheet in the back of the hall so I can let them know how many are coming.
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