October 2022

OCTOBER 2022 THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF BROOKRIDGE COMMUNITY PROPERTY OWNERS, INC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS

2023 Proposed Budget ................pgs 11, 12, 13, 14 Architectural Control Committee..................pg 19 Beautification........................................................pg 21 BINGO.....................................................................pg 47 Board Of Directors................................................pg 4 BOD Meeting Minutes....................................pgs 8,9 Brookridge Singles.............................................pg 52 (Centerfold) Calendar.........................................................pgs 28,29 Call for Candidates..............................................pg 16 Captain’s Report..................................................pg 19 CERT.........................................................................pg 23 Classifieds..............................................................pg 53 Clubhouse & Office News...................................pg 6 Clubs & Committees Contacts .........................pg 7 Entertainment...............pgs 26, 27, 30,31,32,33,45 Fall Festival............................................................pg 15 Garage Sale............................................................pg 20 Important Numbers..............................................pg 3 Ladies of Brookridge..........................................pg 21 Mens Club...............................................................pg 21 N&V Guidelines.......................................................pg 3 President’s Report................................................pg 9 Religion...........................................................pgs 39,40 RV Compound.......................................................pg 18 Sports.........................................................pgs 33,34,51 Treasurer’s Report...............................................pg 10 Water Restrictions (SEE UPDATE)................pg 18 Veterans...........................................................pgs 15,24

1 Social Dance..................................................7:00 pm 3 All Stars Entertainment...........................6:00 pm 4 BCPO BOD Workshop.............................9:00 am (Also the 11 , 18 , 25 ) 4 Tuesday Night Bingo................................5:30 pm 5 Brookridge Crimewatch..........................9:00 am 5 CERT..............................................................10:00 am 5 Vaccine Clinic.............................................10:00 am 5 Blood Mobile..............................................10:00 am 5 Men's Club Horse Race............................5:00 pm 6 Beautification Committee Mtg............10:00 am 7 Friday Nite Bingo.......................................5:00 pm (Also the 14 ,21 , 28 ) 8 Line Dance Social.......................................6:30 pm 9 Brookridge Singles....................................6:00 pm 10 ACC Meeting..............................................9:00 am 11 Unit Reps Meeting...................................10:00 am 12 RV Compound Fall Meeting.................7:00 pm 17 Veterans Committee Meeting..............11:00 am 17 Ladies of Brookridge Meeting..............1:00 pm 17 Gospel Jubilee...........................................6:00 pm 17 BCCGA BOD Meeting.............................7:00 pm 19 RV Compound Walk-Thru....................10:00 am 19 BCPO BOD Meeting................................7:00 pm 20 AVRC Meeting..........................................9:00 am 23 Brookridge Singles..................................6:00 pm 24 ACC Meeting..............................................9:00 am 24 Campers Club Meeting.........................7:00 pm 26 Brookridge Men's Club Meeting........3:00 pm 27 COVID Drive Thru Testing....................9:00 pm th

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OCTOBER 5 TH BLOOD MOBILE 10AM - 2PM OCTOBER 5 TH VACCINE CLINIC 10AM - 12PM OCTOBER 15 TH GARAGE SALE 8AM - NOON OCTOBER 27 TH COVID TESTING 9AM - 11AM OCTOBER 29 TH HALLOWEEN SOCIAL DANCE 7PM

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BCPO BOARD OF DIRECTORS & COMMITTEES NAME Anna Webster Kenneth Duncan Jerry Foster Gail Metcalf Rosemary Basteri Leo Benoit

POSITION

TERM

COMMITTEE LIASONS

President

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1 Vice President 2nd Vice President Secretary Treasurer Director

Beautification, Unit Representatives Finance, Memorial & Veterans Day

UNIT REPRESENTATIVES UNIT

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352-596-2973 Peggy Christie 860-608-5259 Susan Fiegel-Rapp 352-667-9191 Sandy Komst Trudy Johnson, Co-Chair 864-923-6367 Mary Smith

352-597-0753

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4 907-617-7393 Michele Adams 4 585-368-8419 Lynn Devos, Sec. 352-515-8412 4 Rita Ducharme 4 6/6A 772-708-0665 Beverly Epstein 6/6A Linda Toporski, Co-Chair 810-287-8015

BCPO BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2022 MEETINGS JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

•Tuesday, 4th •Wednesday, 19th Meet The Candidates

•Tuesday, 1st •Wednesday, 16th

•Tuesday, 1st •Wednesday, 16th Annual Meeting Organizational Meeting

•Tuesday, 5th •Wednesday, 20th

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST

•Tuesday, 3rd •Wednesday, 18th

•Tuesday, 7th •Wednesday, 22nd

•Wednesday, 20th

•Tuesday, 2nd •Wednesday, 17th

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

•Tuesday, 6th •Wednesday, 21st

•Tuesday, 4th •Wednesday, 19th

•Tuesday, 1st •Wednesday, 16th Budget Outcome

•Tuesday, 6th

Tuesday Workshops begin at 9:00 am in the South Hall - Clubhouse Wednesday Board Meetings begin at 7:00 pm in the North Hall-Clubhouse Broadcast on Spectrum CCTV digital 732 / Rebroadcast on Brookridge.com/Youtube.com ALL BROOKRIDGE RESIDENTS WELCOME PAGE 4

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BROOKRIDGE CLUBHOUSE NEWS!!

VACCINE CLINIC October 5th, 2022 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm South Hall Offering Flu, Pneumonia, Shingles & COVID vaccines. - Sponsored by Pinebrook Pharmacy.

COVID TESTING October 27, 2022 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am | Drive Thru Testing in Clubhouse Roundabout Please Bring Photo ID and Insurance Card. Sponsored by Physicians Stat Lab.

REMINDERS A reminder for all Brookridge residents – we have new staff working at the Clubhouse, so please remember to have your pool pass whenever using the pool or the pool area.

For all Brookridge clubs, groups, and committees – If you have not done so yet, there are new group packets for 2022 – 2023 which need to be filled out and returned to Patrona's office before October 31.

As a reminder, groups and clubs using the clubhouse halls and meeting rooms, access to these rooms is 15 minutes before the time printed on the calendar.

This is to allow the monitors time to setup the venue as shown in the room plan you have provided.

BROOKRIDGE OFFICE NEWS!!

2023 BROOKRIDGE RESIDENT TELEPHONE DIRECTORY The deadline is Friday, October 14, 2022 to have your phone number listed in the Brookridge Resident Telephone Directory.

If your name and phone number are not in the directory or you would like to make changes; Email: office@brookridge.com or use the drop box at the Administration Office.

Please let us know of any changes such as Emergency contact information, mailing address, email address, if you no longer have a vehicle, or if someone moves in or out of your property.

DO YOU WANT “NEWS & VIEWS” MAILED TO YOU? Brookridge residents who are leaving for several months may have copies of the “News & Views” mailed to them.

If you are interested in this service, please fill out the form below and return it to : BCPO Office at 7300 Brookridge Central Blvd., Brooksville, FL 35613 The cost for this service is $4.00 per issue. $5.00 per issue outside the USA. Checks should be made payable to BCPO and accompany this form.

To Be Sent To: ___________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________ City: _________________________ State: _______________Zip Code: _____________ Begin (First month): __________End (Last month): ________Total Months: _________ Total amount enclosed: ____________________ PAGE 6

BROOKRIDGE CLUBS & COMMITTEES ALL STAR'S ENTERTAINMENT Sandy Lewis AQUA EXERCISE. Kathy Hershey ASTRONOMY CLUB David Bahr BIBLE STUDY GROUP Judy Schmalz BINGO – FRIDAY NITE Ellie Colasanti BINGO- TUESDAY NIGHT Anna Webster BOCCI CLUB

607-745-3670 352-515-7233 352-610-0464 727-389-2731 352-592-5249 352-592-6432

BRIDGE- LESSON/PLAY Ron Butz 920-266-5978 BROOKRIDGE CRIME WATCH Betty Roberts 352-592-5181 BROOKRIDGE ENTERTAINMENT Dick Theriault 352-597-8816 BROOKRIDGE SINGLES Gary Thomas 217-652-3080 BROOKRIDGE MEN'S CLUB Dave Fagan 813-503-0164 Mike McMahon 352-589-1380 BROOKS & SPRINGS CHURCH SERVICE Ben Hamar 352-701-0044 BROOKSVILLE CREATIVE WRITERS Susan Balestrieri 352-666-0193 BUNCO BABES Connie Hilliard 205-728-4314 CAMPERS CLUB Robert Dunn 616-802-4536 CERAMIC CLUB Sue Taylor 352-340-9622 CARS, COFFEE, BIKES & TRIKES Rich Stratton 352-616-0242 CERT (Community Emergency Response Team William Hartman 352-293-4647 CIRCLE OF LIGHT Gail King 352-596-6489 CLASSY SCARLET LADIES OF BROOKRIDGE Joanne Rampino 352-200-6291 CRAFTY STITCHERS Flora Dunham 207-841-0262 CRIBBAGE CLUB David Burr 352-596-3506 DAYTIME BUNCO Lois Buterfield 352-515-5655 DEALER'S CHOICE Tina Woods 413-475-4939 DREAM TEAM Jerry Goedert 616-460-8026 EVENING BIBLE STUDY William Hartman 352-293-4647 EZ DOES IT EXERCISE CLUB Karen Keaton 352-592-9737 F.I.S.H Joanne Burns 352-734-6300 GOLF - ASSOCIATION Tom Singleton 352-597-1866 GOLF – CAN-AM TOURNAMENT Terry Thompson 352-600-7122 GOLF- GUYS & DOLLS Sandy Patterson 352-606-2281 GOLF – KINGS & QUEENS Erv Alber 352-596-5731 GOLF – LADIES 9 HOLE Donna Miller 352-596-7992 GOLF – LADIES 18 HOLE Judy Miller 231-972-4653

GOLF – MEN'S 9 HOLE Ed Griffiths 802-793-2009 GOLF – MEN'S 18 HOLE Bob Dunn 352-600-8323 GOOD TIMES LINE DANCE SOCIAL Rhonda Skaggs 937-626-8537 GOSPEL JUBILEE Phoebe Hamar 352-701-0044 HAND & FOOT (MONDAY) Carole Tobey 352-596-3130 HAND & FOOT (TUESDAY) Leo Benoit 352-606-2888 HELPING HANDS Mary Sweeney 352-597-2854 HORSESHOE CLUB Ed Dunham 207-319-5227 JINGLES Allan Blair 352-515-7165 LADIES OF BROOKRIDGE Rosemary Basteri 352-200-5697 LET'S PAINT Sharon Baines 717-818-4728 LINE DANCE LESSONS Rhonda Skaggs 937-626-2537 MEXICAN DOMINOES Allan Blair 352-515-7165 MUSIC AIRES Sandy Kaliscak 352-556-3428 NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE - FALL Nancy Lechiara 352-345-3468 PICKLEBALL Viki Weaver 352-600-9105 PINOCHLE Bill Vanliew 352-293-3430 POKER TEXAS HOLD”EM Tina Woods 413-475-4939 SEW-SO QUILTERS Millie Singleton 352-597-1866 SHUFFLEBOARD Debra Burns 980-613-0395 SOCIAL DANCE Val Stratton 352-616-0242 SOCIAL HOUR Ike Vodry 586-557-5608 TENNIS CLUB Barbara James 352-606-9028 UNO Bea Yankowski 513-497-1912 WATER AEROBICS Becky Cornwell 269-580-7848 WEIGHT CONTROL CLASS Alice Yost 352-596-4469

ACC (ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE) Harry Calderbank 352-596-0696 AVRC (APPEAL VIOLATION REVIEW COMMITTEE) Pat Miller 352-596-0696 BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE Jim Snyder 352-596-1804 RV COMPOUND COMMITTEE Gil Lanctot 352-835-2177 SOCIAL COMMITTEE Debra Burns 980-613-0395 UNIT REPRESENTATIVES Linda Toporski 810-287-8015 VETERANS COMMITTEE Gil Lanctot 352-835-2177

Every organization welcomes new members!

If you are not already active, call some that interest you Updated 9-15-2022 PAGE 7

BROOKRIDGE COMMUNITY PROPERTY OWNERS, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES OF WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022 Call to Order: Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at 7:02 p.m.

Out of respect, please silence all phones & remove hats, moment of Silence & Pledge of Allegiance Proof of Notice: The agenda was posted on the Brookridge website, at the Administration office, the Clubhouse and emailed to residents on July 15, 2022 - PROOF OF NOTICE ESTABLISHED Proof of Quorum: President Webster, 1st Vice President Duncan, 2nd Vice President Foster, Secretary Metcalf, Treasurer Basteri and Director Benoit were present. Director Steckelberg was excused.

PROOF OF QUORUM ESTABLISHED. Also Present: General Manager Carol Webster, Code Enforcement Lieutenant John Lukeivic, Facilities Manager Mike Green and Recording Secretary Arlene Ahrens. Sign in sheet shows 50 members present.

Taping Notice: Member video/audio taping meeting: zero Approval of Minutes: Approval of June 29, 2022 – Board of Director's meeting - minutes stand as submitted.

Board Correspondence: Letter from Nancy Lechiara – Motion by Metcalf, seconded by Duncan to approve Neighborhood Fall Craft/Garage Sale to be held on October 15, 2022 at the Brookridge Clubhouse, for setup the night before (October 14) and for the use of Room E of the Clubhouse from September 19, 2022 to October 15, 2022 as well as the general public to attend the sale and the Facilities Personnel schedules worked out so that no overtime cost is incurred. Vote taken, all in favor (6-0). All proceeds will go to BCPO unallocated funds.

President's Report: A. Webster – Exit gates upgrade should begin in August. The board voted on and approved a new database. The 2023 budget is being worked on. Thank you to General Manager Carol Webster and Bookkeeper Vivian Demaine for all the help in budget preparation. There will be a fall festival on November 19 with a golf scramble. All clubs need to have information current on file with Activities Coordinator Patron Turman.

General Managers Report: Thank you to the clubhouse staff for keeping things running smoothly during the interim of finding a new Facilities Manager was being looked for. Welcome to Mike Green the new Facilities Manager. Thank you to the volunteers that helped out at the July 4th function.

Treasurers Report: June – Basteri Unfinished Business: None New Business: None Report of Directors: Metcalf – Rules & Regulations committee meetings are going well. The Unit Reps welcomed about 20 people in the month of June. Basteri – Thank you to Beautification committee.

Finance committee is hard at work on the budget. The North Hall is reserved for the Finance Committee on Thursdays from 1 pm to 2 pm. Benoit – we need to focus on how the reserves are invested.

MINUTES to be Continued on page 9 PAGE 8

BROOKRIDGE COMMUNITY PROPERTY OWNERS, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES OF WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022 MINUTES Continued From Page 8

Member Comments: Sandy Lewis – Unit 2 – questions about the Finance Committee meetings. Rich Stratton – Unit 3 – Social Dance on July 24 from 6 pm to 9 pm – Johnny Wild. Larry Miller – Unit 2 – when will the spot on Brookridge Blvd be paved. Also asked if the new gate equipment will have plate readers.

Larry also asked when QuickBase will be installed and was there any progress on the audit. He also had questions on donated funds. Mary Astore – Unit 4 asked what the cost of deputy is attending meetings and why was a deputy necessary. President Webster and 1st VP Duncan told her that it is the responsibility of the board to keep everyone safe. Jim Westbrook – Unit 2 – had questions on the amounts that were held in CD's. He had also recommended that the employees get a $50 bonus, was this going to happen?

He was told by President Webster that it was not. Linda Walls – Unit 4 – will copies of the Reserve Study be made available, she was told she can make an appointment to come into the Administration office.

Linda Toporski – Unit 4 – the Unit Reps had elections, she is now the Chairperson and Trudy Johnson is the Co-Chair. Leo Benoit – Unit 4 – can anyone attend the Finance Committee Budget meetings on Thursdays? He was told all members can attend. Gail Metcalf – Unit 6 – 3 members of the Beautification committee – Karen Keaton, Nancy Lechiara and John Strickland have spent many hours keeping the community beautiful. Motion by A. Webster, seconded by Duncan to adjourn, vote taken all in favor. (6-0) Meeting Adjourned at 7:52 pm Transcribed by: Arlene Ahrens Subject to approval on August 17, 2022

PRESIDENT REPORT BY: Anna Webster

First, I want to apologize for the horrible Workshop meeting of September 6th. I take full responsibility for the debacle it turned into. When I was elected President, I vowed I would not have a meeting that was like the last two terms. I failed. Please forgive me. As your President, I and the Board are trying to do the best job we can for the residents of Brookridge. As I said to the residents at that meeting, “This job does not come with an Instruction Manual”. We are just like you sitting out there, we are the same and all are equal. I make mistakes and perhaps my meetings are not exactly acceptable in some circles, but I get the job done with help of this board and the Brookridge Staff.It has been a busy month working with the Finance Committee to present the 2023 Budget to the Board.

The Board voted to hire Gate Sentry for the guard house. This will allow residents to monitor their own guest list. This program will continue to make Brookridge a much safer place to live.

There will be more information as to the use of this new system.

Start up date is scheduled for September 27th.

Channel 732 is not working due to Spectrum issues down the line. They are working to correct this issue.

The Fall Festival Committee is hard at work to make this the best Fall Festival for our residents.

Please reserve November 19th 10:00 am - 3:00 pm to come and join your neighbors.

Thank you, Ann Webster, BCPO President PAGE 9

TREASURER’S REPORT AS OF AUGUST 2022 ***This report is only a summary***

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55 + DEED RESTRICTED COMMUNITY COUNTRY CLUB • PRIVATE GOLF COURSE

2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING

Note: Assessments may be paid in one lump sum monthly, quarterly, semi- annually or annually.

Continued On Page 12

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2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING CONTINUED

ADMINISTRATION

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Continued On Page 13

2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING CONTINUED

PUBLIC WORKS

Continued On Page 14

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2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING CONTINUED

FACILITIES

CODE ENFORCEMENT

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BY Rosemary Basteri

The BCPO Fall Festival Committee is planning several new and fun activities for Saturday, November 19, 2022.

Of course, there will be a Golf Scramble for BCCGA members and BCPO residents and houseguests.

There will be a Cake Baking Contest, Food Trucks, Raffles, Vendor Booths, Share the Wealth, Chinese Auction, Music and other fun activities for all residents and their guests to enjoy!!

Watch the News & Views for updates!!!

The Veterans Committee will be hosting the annual Toys for Tots boxes in Brookridge again this year.

Drop boxes will be in the Administration Office and Clubhouse.

All toys collected here will be sorted and delivered to children in Hernando County.

Last year toys were delivered to over 3,000 Hernando families.

More information to follow.

The Veterans Committee will meet on October 17, 2022 at 11:00 am in Room E of the Clubhouse.

The agenda will update on Toys for Tots, discussion and planning for November 11th ceremony and planning for a townhall meeting

For more information, contact Gil Lanctot, Chairman at 352-835-2177 or Gillanctot@yahoo.com PAGE 15

CALL FOR CANDIDATES If you are interested in running for the Brookridge Board of Directors or Unit Representatives; please visit the Brookridge Administration Office for a Volunteer Application.

The deadline for submission to the Brookridge Administration Office is Monday, November 7, 2022 no later than 4:00 pm.

All candidates must be BCPO members and Board candidates must be year-round residents of Brookridge. Unit Representative candidates are preferred to reside full time in Brookridge.

2023 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING AGENDA Members may submit, in writing, items they would like to be considered for the 2023 Annual Membership Meeting Agenda.

Please submit items to the Administration Office no later than Monday, October 3, 2022 by 4:00 pm.

Topics will be placed on the Agenda for The Annual Membership Meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 7:00 pm in the Clubhouse PAGE 16

E G D I R K O BRO TATIVES

EN S E R P E R UNIT

By Linda Toporski

Brookridge Community Residents: The Unit Rep group is looking for two new members, due to recent resignations.

If anyone would be interested in joining our group of Neighborhood Ambassadors, we would be happy to hear from you.

The time commitment is minimal, and it's fun meeting and helping our new residents.

Please contact the Brookridge office for a brief resume. Hope to see you soon!!

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FOR BROOKRIDGE WATERING DAYS FOR BROOKRIDGE GO BY THE LAST NUMBER OF YOUR HOME ADDRESS. MONDAY

TUESDAY

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WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

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6 or 7

FRIDAY

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by Gil Lanctot , Chairman The RV Compound walk-thru will be October 19th at 10:00 am.

FYI- DO NOT USE ROUNDUP OR ANY WEEDKILLER, we need all the vegetation to stabilize the sand that we park on.

Close your propane valve while in storage.

Lock your DEADBOLTS on your door.

ONLY WATER BEFORE 8:00 AM OR AFTER 6:00 PM. Hand-watering and micro-irrigation (drip irrigation) of non-lawn landscape (such as flowerbeds, vegetable gardens, etc.) may be done any day and time as necessary.

You may water new plant material, including sod for up to 60 days after the plants are installed.

For more information contact: Southwest Florida Water Management District 800-848-0499 or 800-423-1476, ext. 4498 www.WaterMatters.org Hernando County Utilities Department 352-754-4037 www.HernandoCounty.us Please follow the watering restrictions.

Water only on the days you are allowed and only within the times allowed.

Citations and fines for violating restrictions do not require notice.

For citation and fine information (or to report water violations) contact Hernando Co. Code Enforcement at 352-754-4056.

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Brooksville gets an average of 52.5 inches of rainfall each year. Dealing with that much water requires attention to detail to prevent damage. BCPO Deed Restrictions require all lots be covered with grass, sod or xeriscape material to prevent erosion.

Pool owners must ensure proper drainage of their pool and prevent water from draining onto or damaging neighboring lots.

ACC Guidelines require that drainage must be constructed and/or directed so that it does not adversely affect neighbors. Water should be directed to flow toward the roadway whenever possible.

Our governing documents require roof gutters on all structures and retaining walls, swales, berms or underground installation may be necessary to control water flow. If initial drainage plans do not work and neighbors are adversely affected, it is the member's responsibility to take and pay for any necessary corrective action, Code Enforcement officers are available to answer questions about this or other ACC guidelines. They are available at the office during normal business hours and will be happy to assist you. You may also email questions or comments directly to me at harrycalderbank@tamapabay.rr.com.

Indicate ACC Question in the subject line.

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SECURITY CAPTAIN'S REPORT

By Greg Schubert I would like to take an opportunity to pass along some crime prevention tips everyone should be mindful of: 1. Always lock the doors and windows of your home when you are leaving the house.

2. Always lock your vehicle even when it is in your driveway or carport.

3. Never leave valuables in your vehicle.

Take electronic devices, GPS units etc. into your home when not in use.

4. Never leave money or spare change visible inside your vehicle.

5. Let a neighbor or friend know when you will be away on vacation so they can take in your mail.

6. If you will be away for an extended period of time, fill out a vacation card at the office with updated contact information.

7. Don't leave valuable items (i.e. lawn mower, BBQ grill) outside when you are not going to be home.

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GAARAEGE SL 2022 Brookridge Fall Neighborhood Garage Sale The Annual Brookridge Fall Neighborhood Garage Sale will be held Saturday, October 15, 2022 8:00 AM till 12:00 PM

Donations are needed for the Brookridge tables.

Articles will be accepted at the Clubhouse, Room E Monday thru Friday, starting September 19th at 9:00 am to 11:00 am NO Furniture • Proceeds to Brookridge For information, contact Vicky Daddario at 412-848-3366

WHAT THEY MADE!

A big shout out to Patrona Turman with her marketing and sales, along with Jen Denby’s creative skills at Print Shack, have made over $14,800 from September 2021 through August 2022 for Brookridge from the News & Views monthly publication.

This is a $13,000 + profit from the last publication company we were dealing with.

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BROOKRIDGE MEN'S CLUB

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By Mike MacMahon The Brookridge Men's Club will be helping with the Fall Festival on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at the BCPO Clubhouse.

The Men's Club is planning some fun and exciting events for the end of the year and going into 2023, read the News & Views.

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All men of Brookridge are invited to attend the meeting on the last Wednesday of the month on the 26th at 3:00 pm at the Pavilion.

There is also an Executive Board meeting the week before the regular meeting, (October 19th at 3:00 pm) at which the Board of Directors discuss up coming events and new items of interest.

Hope to see you there!!

The committee met September 1st for the regular monthly meeting.

By the time you read this article, we hope the extreme heat is behind us. It's been tough getting out there in the heat to weed, pick up cigarette butts and other trash, bur we have a great group of volunteers working hard to get it done. Please help us keep Brookridge beautiful by not littering.

Thank you to the residents who have donated the small American Flags. We always welcome more of those. They will be used for appropriate holidays. If anyone is interested in donating flags, please contact Jim Snyder or any other Beautification Committee member. Also, we always depend on monetary donations for mulch, fertilizer, weed killer, etc.

We always welcome new volunteers, especially those who have a love for gardening, knowledge of Florida plants and landscaping, or those who would just like something more to do. If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact Jim Snyder, Chairman at 352-596-1804.

Meetings are held the first Thursday of the month at 10:00 am in the Clubhouse.

Donations can be made by check payable to BCPO with “Beautification Committee” noted in the memo section and delivered to the Administration Office, or give to any member of the Committee.

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VACCINE CLINIC

BROOKRIDGE BROOKRIDGE CERT Our October scheduled meeting is Wednesday, 9-5-2022 at 10:00 am in clubhouse room D. Discussion will be planned opportunities, weather events, and what CERT activities are in Brookridge.

Remember: Hurricane season remains active through November 30, 2022 stay on the alert!!

October 5th, 2022 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at the South Hall Offering Flu, Pneumonia, Shingles & COVID Vaccines.

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Come join our Brookridge CERT team of volunteers.

Training, materials, and supplies are free to volunteers. Training will be made available to any who desire to serve their community and learn valuable lessons of survival and rescue in crisis events. Contact us to arrange for training classes.

E-mail Bill at WWHarLin@aol.com or leave a message at (352) 293-4647.

Residents, thanks for all your community support!

We welcome new residents!

Be prepared for any disastrous situation.

Have your emergency kit of first aid supplies, food, and water for seven days stocked and up to date.

Remember: If you have any emergency call 911.

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VETERAN INFORMATION

by Gil Lanctot - Chair We hope to assist in procuring your Veterans Benefits.

LOCAL RESOURCES: Brooksville V.A. Outpatient Clinic 14540 Cortez Blvd. STE 108 Brooksville, FL 34613 Phone: 800-716-8287 Local: 352-597-8287 Fax: 352-597-7060 LOCAL VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE: Phone: 352-799-1510 VETERAN INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE LIBRARY

WALL OF HONOR

Located in the Clubhouse, the wall is for pictures of residents and family members that served or are serving in our military.

Please stop by the Clubhouse and honor those men and women.

If you or a family member served or are serving now, and you would want to have a place of honor please submit a photo, name, branch of service and rank to the Clubhouse.

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SERVICES AVAILABLE: Quick Reference Guide (Phone numbers) Applications to procure service records Applications for medical care benefits BROOKRIDGE RESIDENTS THAT ARE WORKING FOR OUR VETERANS: Gil Lanctot, Chairman 352-835-2177(Veteran) Paul Beauchense (Veteran) Gregg Ressler (Veteran) Steve Basteri Veteran) Sally and Bill Litchfield (Veteran) Thomas Freyman (Volunteer) Rosemary Basteri (Liaison)

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STAMPS FOR THE WOUNDED

Stamps for the Wounded is dedicated to providing comfort and stimulating activities for U.S. Veterans that are wounded, ill or isolated. To serve our veterans, we rely on donations of U.S. Postage stamps, and cash donations.

If you would like to help in this project, You can buy stamps or donate cash, save the stamps from mail that you receive (Just cut the stamp off the envelope), and bring them to the Clubhouse where there is a container on a cart in the South Hall.

They are sent in during the month January.

For more information; contact Mrs. Peggy Christie at brucepeg1@hotmail.com , 352-596-2973 or SFTW at www.stampsforthewounded.org

Brookridge Men's Club and the Brookridge Social Dance Committee will be co-hosting the Halloween Party/Dance this year for all Brookridge residents and their guests on Saturday October 29th from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Brookridge Clubhouse.

“Doc Shaker's Blues Remedy” will be performing with dance music from the 50's to the 80's.

BYOB – Coffee and Ice provided. Bring your own snacks.

The Brookridge Men's Club will be selling Hot Dogs for $1.00.

This DANCE IS FREE! There will be prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for best Men's costume and for best Women's costume.

So, get out your scary/funny Halloween costume and come on out and have a good time. Hope to see you there!

For more information, contact Patty at 317-440-6586

HAPPY VETERANS DAY "The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war." – Douglas MacArthur

BCPO Clubhouse Friday, November 11th from 9AM till Noon Donuts/Coffee Doors open (8:15AM) | Hot Dogs, Chips and Pop (After Ceremony)

π Flag Raising Ceremony begins outside at 9AM π Ceremony begins inside Immediately after π Young Marines π BCPO Color Guard π Marine Corps League 708 π Tribute to Veterans

π Central High NJROTC π Music Aires π Guest Speaker's π History of Space Force

π ALL Veterans – if you have not submitted your military photo with name & rank to the big clubhouse – please do so! π There is a "Wall of Honor" and we want your photo on that wall!

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Brookridge Entertainment Brookridge Entertainment will begin on October 13th with Rocky & the Rollers.

Rocky & the Rollers are a truly 50 and 60's band.

Full of energy and will have you singing along.

We have a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE deal going on for October.

Call (352) 667-2947.

Shows are on the second Thursday October through April.

Doors open at 6 and the shows are from 7PM till 9PM We have four "tribute" bands this season.

The Statler Bros in November, Frankie Valli in December, Simon & Garfunkel in January, and Super Duos in April.

What a season this will be. We have a few Season Tickets available and also have general admission tickets. (352) 667-2947 Not a bad seat in the house. We will have our last ticket distribution on October 6th at 9AM till noon. You can always pick up our tickets at any show.

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WEIGHT CONTROL 9AM M AQUA EXERCISE 9AM M / TH BOCCI 1PM W HORSESHOE 9AM TU PICKLE BALL 10AM M / W / F SHUFFLEBOARD 6PM SU/ TU / TH TENNIS 8AM M / TU / W / TH / F / SA WATER AEROBICS 8:15AM TU / W

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MONDAY NITE – ALLSTARS ENTERTAINMENT 2022 – 2023 Season The new shows have been booked!!!

Season tickets are still available—choose table or row seating.

First show October 3rd staring – JAYCEE DRIESEN – Singer/Entertainer If you like “MOTOWN” come to the November 7th show staring – RON MITCHELL

PER PERSON PRICE 7 shows for $49 - 6 shows for $42 – 5 shows for $35 As always, tickets are available at the door for $12 each.

You may pick up your pre-purchased tickets or purchase new ones.

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October 1, 2022 November 5, 2022 December 5, 2022

Harvest Festival

Thanking Our Veterans

Tis The Season

December 31, 2022 SOCIAL DANCE February 4, 2023

2022 - 2023

SEASON For Information Call

Happy New Year!

Val @ 352-616-0242

Mardi Gras

March 4, 2023

April 1, 2023

May 6, 2023

Luck of the Irish

Spring Fling

Hats Off To The Ladies

June 3, 2023

August 5, 2023

September 2, 2023

Sports Night

Carnival

Sock Hop

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SOCIAL DANCE

by Patty Cummings

by Linda Hartman Our Line Dance Social is on Saturday, October 8th from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

Bring your own snack and beverage.

Casual attire. No open back sandals.

All area Dancers are invited.

Tickets are $5.00.

Welcome back to all our snowbirds, hope to see you dancing.

Our “Fall” Dance will be held October 1st from 7:00 pm to10:00 pm. at the Brookridge Clubhouse 8150 Hampton St. in Brooksville.

Johnny Lobo will be performing with dance music from the 50's to the 80's. Casual Dress, BYOB – Coffee and Ice provided.

No lessons, but instructors are on the floor if help is needed.

Our “Veterans Thank You Dance” will be held November 5th “At Large” performing.

Tickets will be available at the door for $7 each.

Please call to reserve your seats in advance, limited availability.

Season tickets for 2023 are on sale now with varied plans for snowbirds available.

Any questions contact Val at 352-616-0242 or brookridgesocialdance@gmail.com.

Hope to see you there!

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Kings & Queens FUN GOLF

by Erv Alber

"Kings & Queens" play on Mondays at 2:00 pm, please be at the club by 1:30 pm.

Kings & Queens are a group of couples that play 9 holes of golf Monday afternoons - alternate shot format for the twosome. If you don't have a male/female partner, you may play as two ladies or two gents. If you haven't played yet, it might be a great way to meet your fellow golfers.

This is a fun group. I'm sure you will enjoy it, but don't be too serious, as it is meant to be fun while enjoying our golf course.

Newcomers are always welcome.

The cost to play is $1.00 per couple.

All money is returned to the winners.

It is not necessary to sign up any day, just come to the club ready to play golf.

Looking forward to seeing you Monday afternoons!

MENS 9 HOLE GOLF LEAGUE

by Erv Alber

Our league plays "Fun Golf" year-round.

Golfers of all levels are invited.

New members are always welcome.

Our priority is having fun - most of our members are playing from the red or silver tees this year.

Come out & enjoy the course with us.

Due to Covid-19 we will not exchange money or score cards this year.

We'll continue playing "Fun Golf".

There will be no dues to join & play.

No weekly payouts or points.

We tee off at 8:00 AM every Monday.

Please meet in the parking lot at 7:30 am and form into groups around 7:45 am.

Brookridge Country Club Golf Association

The Brookridge Country Club Golf Associa on, Inc. also maintains a full driving range; prac ce facili es, snack shop with full liquor bar, and offers a computerized handicap program.

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Hello Neighbor!

Our names are Mike and Libby. We are second genera on owners of Bigun’s Bar-B-Q. We grew up in the business. We both started working at Bigun’s 30 years ago, Libby wai ng tables and I, washing dishes, prepping food and cooking. We recently purchased the business from my parents, Tami and Dave, because we felt it was important to keep it opera ng the same way it has for the past 30 years. We’ve made some small changes but the great food and friendly service has remand the same. We hope you can stop by and say hello when you get a chance.

Featured Breakfasts

Featured Lunch Sandwiches

• Bigun’s Omelet - 3 egg omelet

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filled with bacon, ham, sausage, peppers, onions and cheese served with potatoes and toast $9.45 Ham and Eggs - 2 Eggs, Potatoes, Ham and Toast $6.95 Southern Benny - 2 Eggs and 2 Pat es on a split biscuit and covered in Sausage Gravy $6.95 1-1-1 Breakfast - 1 Egg, 1 Bacon and 1 pancake $4.25

• Beef Brisket Melt - Sliced brisket, • •

grilled onions, melted cheddar on grilled sourdough $10.95 Smokehouse Cuban - Pulled pork, sliced ham, Swiss cheese, mayo, mustard and pickle on grill pressed Cuban bread $8.95 Dual Smoke - Pulled Pork and sliced brisket piled on a grilled bun and topped with our signature BBQ sauce $9.25

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As our winter friends return, the shuffleboard courts are coming alive!

For the rest of October, we will start 6:00 pm.

Beginning November 1, we will begin play at 1:30 pm. When we start days, remember to bring a nickel a game. We play 3 games on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

Anyone can play. We'll teach you if you aren't familiar with the game. Everyone is willing to offer pointers. We had so many new players last year who have become very good with a stick.

We'll even let you play if you're really good!

No excuses! See you on the courts!

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In the great north there's a nip in air.

Soon all the snowbirds will be heading south.

The Tennis Club has begun playing full time, so we hope to see all the tennis enthusiasts on the nicely re-surfaced courts.

GAMES: Mon. Wed. Fri. 10 am - noon Thurs & Sun. 7:00 pm

OPEN TO ALL LEVELS Volunteer Instructors Needed

Anyone who wants to learn the game is truly welcome. You will find us on the courts every day except Sunday. We play from 8:00 am to 10:00 am.

There is no charge to play, and all skill levels are welcome.

If you are looking for fun, great exercise, and new friends, come and join us!

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MORNING

BIBLE STUDY

BY JUDY SCHMALZ Please join us on Friday mornings at 10:00 am in Room D of the Clubhouse for a non-denominational study in God's Word.

We have a pastor from a local church who leads the Bible Study.

If you are unable to meet with us in person, you can join us via Zoom.

Our contact person is Judy Schmalz at 727-389-2731.

We are a friendly group and hope you can come.

In the midst of life's uncertainties, we can trust His unfailing love. No matter what life throws at us, “we make it our goal to please him” (2 Corinthians 5:9).

EVENING

BIBLE STUDY

BY BILL HARTMAN Interested in learning about the Bible Come to the Clubhouse Room C. We meet each Wednesday Evening 6:00 pm to 7:00pm.

The fellowship is for everyone. You can ask questions and we will find answers together.

The end of time is approaching. If you haven't learned already, there is only one way to survive? Believe in Jesus Christ NOW, once the present dispensation of grace is over your opportunity of living eternally with God will be gone.

Words to know: 1 John 1:1-4 (KJV) “That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear witness, and shew unto you that eternal life, which was with the Father, and was manifested unto us; That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ. And these things write we unto you, that your joy may be full.”

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Prayer Meeting Each Thursday evening at 6:00 pm, we meet in Room D for a time of prayer.

Everyone is welcome to join us in prayer for our Country, our State, our County, and our community.

Prayer changes things!

In Phil.4:6, the Bible says: "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to GOD." Come join us for an evening of prayer.

For more information contact Pastors Ben or Phoebe at 352-701-0044.

Psalm 111:1 "I will praise YOU with my Whole heart, in the assembly of the upright and in the congregation."

In psalm 122:1 “I was glad when they said to me, let us go into the house of the LORD." Come join us each Sunday morning at 10:00 am for a time of fellowship, praise, worship, and an anointed message from Pastor Benno.

For more info. contact Pastors Benno or Phoebe at 352-701-0044.

Circle Of Light

by Gail King

Join us on October 18th, 6:00 pm, for a delightful discussion of how to practice the daily reflections.

We meet at 14421 Miranna Street, in Brookridge.

For more information, call: Gail King 352-596-6489 or Bridget Monk 352-232-3989 Namaste

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daytime

BUNCO

by Lois Butterfield

HAND & FOOT - MONDAY

by Carol Tobey Hand & Foot Monday at 12:00 pm in Room E. We will play each Monday afternoon.

Come join us!!

CERAMICS

BY Sue Taylor The ceramic class in Brookridge is open to all residents and neighbors. We have men and woman joining and they are very good for beginners. The beginners are doing some great pieces. I really don't call them beginner's after they finish their first piece.

Everyone enjoys what they are doing, and we all have a great time.

Classes are Fridays & Saturdays from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm you can come & go any time within those hours. There is a fee to join, but that includes all paints, brushes, glazes, sealers, coffee, water, snacks.

We now are starting to do painting that has to be fired.

Wait until you see the beautiful pieces when they are finished. You can contact me and please leave a message if I don't answer at 352-340-9622.

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I know there are a lot of new neighbors in Brookridge looking to meet new friends.

We have fun and lots of laughs!

Please join us on the second Wednesday of the month.

We meet at 1:00 pm in room E. Bunco is a dice game.

Bring $3.50 to play.

Hope to see you soon!

For more questions and to sign up, please give me a call at 207-251-5896

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We have a great community here and we need to keep it that way.

Please be aware of your surroundings.

If you SEE something SAY SOMETHING. Keep your golf carts locked when not in use especially at night.

When anything on your property is stolen, please report it to the Sheriff's Department.

352-754-6850 EMERGENCY Dial 911

MusicAires

by Rosemary Basteri

It is that wonderful time of the year when singing will be heard in the Clubhouse once again.

Rehearsals are on Tuesdays, at 1:00 pm in Clubhouse Room C for our Christmas Concert scheduled for December 18th, time TBA. If you enjoy singing, come join us. All ranges of voices are welcome, especially Altos.

For more information, call Sandy Kaliscak at 352-556-3428.

There is a set of 3-tier risers that the Music Aires has used for many, many years.

Does anyone have information about when and by whom they were purchased?

If so, please contact Sandy Kaliscak at 352-556-3428. Thank you!

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GOSPEL JUBILEE

BY Phoebe Hamar The Gospel Jubilee is an evening of Gospel Music and great fellowship.

Come join us on Monday, October 17th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.

God's Word tells us in Ps. 135:3; "Praise the LORD, for the LORD is good, sing praises to HIS Name...".

And is Ps. 146:2 states: "While I live, I will praise the LORD; I will sing praises to my GOD while I have my being."

Come join us for this FREE event (open to the public) of singing, praising our LORD, and great fellowship.

For more information contact Ben or Phoebe at 352-701-0044.

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Memoirs, Pets, Adventures, Crime, Lessons learned; all make great stories.

Join us to write down your stories.

Become a better writer. Make new friends.

Learn new skills. Beginners welcomed.

We meet 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month From 12:00-2:00 PM in Brookridge.

All are invited.

Call Sue Balestrieri 352-666-0193

Brookridge Writers' Group After Labor Day picknickers abandon parks and camps.

No hot dogs or hamburgers sizzle on iron-pedestal grills tended by pot-bellied men in tropical-print swimsuits, sipping from frosty beer cans insulated with foam holders.

No children wait for lunch while building castles at the beach, toss Frisbees or corn-hole beanbag sacks.

Swimmers, sail boaters, jet-skiers, fishermen retreat. Waves continuously lap, like the heartbeat of the lake, leaving wood storks, snowy egret, ibis, mottled ducks tending their liquid home.

One lone, loving couple recline on beachfront porch rockers silently watching night descend.

The pallid moon's face reflects shiny gold ripples, a glittering path to heaven.

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TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO

by Anna Webster & Patrona Turman

Winter Bingo begins on Tuesday October 4.

Product sales start at 4;30 pm, early Bird at 5:00 pm and regular bingo at 5:30 pm.

Just a reminder: Tuesday Night Bingo is for Brookridge residents and their houseguests.

Thank you for the continued support.

The daubers will go to $1.50 each beginning in October as our prices have raised.

Bring your snacks, smiles and daubers for a great evening of fun!

For more information, call Anna Webster at 352-592-6432 or Patrona Turman at 352-610-4292

FRIDAY NITE BINGO

by Jackie Bolt

Welcome to Fall!! Hopefully the weather will start to cool down some and we can start to enjoy some really nice days.

By the time of this reading, we should have the slate of officers for the coming year, if we don't already have our new officers in place. We also hope that we will be some new faces joining us on Friday Nights to help with volunteering. We still need callers, floor workers, and would also like to see if we can get some people to help work the kitchen. It is a hard job to have do alone and Miss Ellie has been doing an incredible job but could use the help.

So perhaps some of you will consider jumping in and helping out and making the workload easy. You would only have to work once a month. That goes for all positions.

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AquaBy Exercise Kathy Hershey Join us Monday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 am - 10:00 am at the pool.

Aqua exercise is a gentle total body workout that is gentle on your joints and muscles.

The exercises offer benefits for balance and coordination without the fear of falling.

Put on that bathing suit and introduce some water-based activity into your life.

by Linda Hartman Line Dance Lessons are open to residents of Brookridge and non-residents.

All are welcome. Come join us.

Cher Mason's Improver/Intermediate class is on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Cost $6.00.

Lynn Ingram's Beginner/Improver class is on Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:00 am.

Cost $5.00.

EXERCISE GROUP

by Linda Hartman

Studies have shown that maintaining regular physical activity can help prevent many common diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes.

Exercise produces endorphins (the “feel good” hormone), which act as a stress reliever and leaves you feeling happy and satisfied. Regular physical activity and fine-tuned motor skills also benefit cognitive function.

Our class is for Brookridge residents and their houseguests (Sorry, no children). The cos is fifty cents per class and the first class is free!

Class starts at 8:30 am and runs to 9:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Classes start with low impact aerobics followed by stretch and tone; weights; and either mats or chairs.

The class ends with a balance circle. Weights and mats are available if you don't have your own. Come have fun with us!

by Alice Yost Can you believe its October already?

Welcome back snowbirds. We hope you stayed on the program while you were up North.

Our Weight Control Class is one of the oldest groups here in Brookridge.

If you have a weight problem, come give us a try. Meeting with a group also helps.

Meetings are Mondays 9:00 am to 10:00 am.

Join us, we work on our weight problems together.

The first 45 minutes are Beginner Dances followed by a 5-minute break and 40 minutes of Improver dances.

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by Gary Thomas Did you notice anything different? We've changed our name and did so just in time to welcome our snowbirds and Canadian friends back from the soon-to-be-frozen north. And we have a nice welcome planned.

We will start October with a nice spread of wine, cheese and fruit on Sunday October 9th. We will be supplying the wine, and members are encouraged to bring cheese, fruit and crackers to share. We're looking forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones.

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We have a little gambling planned for our second gathering, so bring along $3 in dimes on the 23rd and plan to enjoy an evening playing Show Me the Money.

Yvonne will host this fast moving, easy to learn card game.

Our two monthly meetings take place in the south hall of the Clubhouse. We have now reinstated the $2.00 per night donation. Those dollars help us put on these events.

October also is the month we start up our weekly Tuesday afternoon bowling. Germaine will begin hosting this activity starting Oct. 11th. We bowl at Strike City on Mariner Boulevard. Just show up ready to bowl. The fun starts there at 2:00 pm.

Our monthly luncheon will be at 1:00 pm on Thursday, October 20th at Sonny's BBQ on Route 19. Be sure to let Bernice know if you plan to attend.

We have lots more fun activities planned for this fall and winter so plan to get involved. You can also follow us at “Brookridge Singles” on Facebook. Be sure to click on “Like.” Our club is open to all single residents of Brookridge. If you have any questions or comments, call Debby Burns at 980-613-0395

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Helping Hands

by Dee Raffensberger

Please help us continue to support: ·Project Linus - free blankets for hospitalized children to take home. ·Neonatal preemie newborn blankets, mittens and hats ·Hospice hospital gowns and bibs. ·Cancer Centers hats and blankets (warmth during chemo,) breast pillows and aprons as support. ·Fostering Hope Kids Closet for foster parents needing clothing, toys, and baby blankets. ·Nursing/Assisted Living blankets, fidget aprons, bibs, walker totes. ·Military: Items for service members at Airman's Attic and lap robes for Veteran's homes.

We are non-profit and sew for charity causes. We happily accept fabric donations in cotton or broadcloth, flannel or fleece; for items that can be made or finished for donations to the charities above.

Helping Hands meets each Thursday morning from 9:00 –11:00 am in Room D if you have a donation or would like to join the group.

Thank You to Linda Blissett for donating children's fabrics, infant blanket kits and kid's quilt sets.

August donations: 50 Project Linus blankets to HCA Oak Hill Hospital, 12 chemo hats and 12 blankets to Advanced Cancer Center, 25 bibs to Noble Senior Living, and 8 gowns to Hospice.

CRAFTY STITCHERS A CHANGE IN DAY AND TIMES: We meet every Wednesday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in meeting Room D. Come and join the fun and share your ideas with your neighbors.

We are looking for new quilters, sewers or crafters to join our group. Lots of tables to spread out and work on a project or even bring your sewing machine.

Great if you have limited space at home.

Share with like minded friends and no dues.

PS: Bring a sack lunch to enjoy with friends.

If you have any fabric, quilting or craft related materials you would like to donate, drop them by any Wednesday (please only if we are there).

For information, please contact our President Flo Dunham at 207-841-0262; she will be glad to answer any questions.

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