Elaine Kushmaul, retired librarian We continue to be supported by donations to the library from our reading residents. Here is a sampling of books acquired over the last month. Which one is your “good read?” We lean toward Mystery/Suspense, but there is also a new Stephen King thriller, a story of a street in Ireland…
Category: Features
Features, September 2015
Dollars and Sense
A Challenge for the Times – Money and Memory Issues Derrick Kinney The increasing prevalence of dementia diagnoses such as Alzheimer’s disease is affecting more families in America. Family members must confront a wide range of issues, from determining when someone is no longer capable of driving, to identifying suitable caregiving options to managing financial…
Features, September 2015
Designing With Carol
Carol Collins, WFCP, Expert Window Coverings Association of American recently posted, “Most consumers don’t know the benefits that eco-friendly window treatments can introduce to your home. In addition to beautiful design, window treatments that aim for reduced energy consumption can also lead to greater savings. “Without energy-efficient treatments, as much as 50 percent of heating…
Features, September 2015
Residents attend NFL Hall of Fame Induction event
Maureen Lehrer Ron and Maureen Lehrer of Callaway Court recently attended the NFL Hall of Fame (HOF) induction of the “Class of 2015” in Canton, OH who received their gold jackets and their bronze busts, which are now placed in the HOF. Ron and Maureen are originally from Minnesota, and Ron has been a Viking…
Features, September 2015
Round Robbie
Brick order forms and a guidance document for the Tribute Book are available on the shelf below the Tribute Book in the clubhouse. It is located near the side entrance closest to the Veterans Park. You can also update the Tribute Book text or add a new photo of a veteran honored on a brick…
Features, September 2015
In Passing
Lillian M. Mountain May 11, 1932 – June 29, 2015 Lillian Mountain passed away peacefully the morning of June 29, 2015 at the Edward James Retirement Home is Escondido, CA from complications due to stroke. She was born in Elizabeth, NJ and lived in North Jersey before settling on Long Beach Island, NJ. In 1987…
Features, September 2015
Judie Smothers wins “Pride of Denton” Award
Jan Marx The Visual Arts Society of Texas, Denton Chapter, 26th annual Members Exhibition ran from August 12 through 22. The exhibition is juried, and prizes totaling $2,650 in cash and merchandise were awarded. Sixty-six members entered at least one work of art each. This year Denton Mayor Chris Watts judged the Pride of Denton…
Features, September 2015
Lone Star instructor uses army training to help injured worker
When Tyler Clark heard the screams from a woman off the golf course, he did not hesitate to come to her assistance. Susan and Roger Wells were having work done at their home on Gardenia Street when one of the workers severely cut his wrist. While Susan administered pressure to the wound and called 911,…