NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
A message from Kat
Hello Oceanside Residents,
Did you know that February is the shortest month, with 28 days, or 29 in a leap year, and is the only month that can pass without a full moon? Its also known as the month of love celebrating Valentine’s Day and Groundhog Day predicts spring’s arrival.
This year’s lease will automatically renew on March 1st, 2026 with the rent increase indicated in the letter mailed to you on November 2025. There will be no need to come into the office this year to sign a lease.
There’s been an increase of dog poop not being cleaned up by owner’s on resident’s yards and in the dog park. Owner’s MUST cleanup after their pets! Always keep a dog baggie on hand to clean up after your pet. There are also doggie bags available in the dog park. NO pets are to be left unattended outside your home without you present.
FEBRUARY
EVENTS:
Super Bowl Party - Sunday, February 8th @ 5:30. Wings will be served, bring a side to share, rsvp at the office.
Polar Plunge Fundraiser - Saturday, February 28th @ 1pm. Come take a plunge in the pool and eat some pizza for just $5! Proceeds will go towards local Veterans transitioning into homes - VWHRC.org - which is a mission to end Veteran homelessness. Don’t want to take the plunge? No worries, you can still purchase a ticket to come out and support and have some pizza.
Sincerely, Kat
UPCOMING EVENTS
Coffee & Donuts – Wednesdays @ 9am at the Clubhouse - Come by for fresh donuts and coffee while you catch up with your neighbors. Hosted by Cobblestone Staff. FREE
Book Mobile - Every other Thursday (February 12th & 26th) from 12:30-1:30pm at the Clubhouse parking lot - Get a FREE library card and check out books. Your library card also offers many online services and movies.
Social Committee Meeting - 1st Monday of the month (February 2nd) @ 1pm at the Clubhouse. Bring your ideas for upcoming monthly events. All are welcome. We are in need of more volunteers to help out with events, please consider helping.
Monday Night Bingo - 2nd & 4th Monday of the month -( February 9th & 23rd) @ 6pm at the Clubhouse. Join us for a night of fun! $10 for a series of Game Cards. $1 for Bonus Cards. $1 for DOT Markers. CASH ONLY - EXACT CHANGE. Hosted by Machelle. BYOB
Pickleball Saturdays - Come meet at the pickleball court on Saturday mornings @ 10am to play some pickleball!
Birthday Potluck Dinner - 2nd Tuesday of the month (February 10th) @ 5pm at the Clubhouse - Let’s celebrate our neighbors who have a birthday this month. Hosted by Martha & Freddy. Main dish and Birthday Cake will be provided. Bring a side dish or appetizer to share. BYOB. All are welcome. RSVP- Sign-up in office and let us know what you plan to bring.
Book Club - Every 3rd Thursday of the month @ 3pm at the Clubhouse. (February 19th) A “Novel Bunch” of folks gather together for the joy of reading. All are welcome. Show up at the next meeting and find out the details. BYOB. Hosted by Machelle.
Superbowl Party - Sunday, February 8th @ 5:30pm at the Clubhouse. Wings will be served, bring a side dish or appetizer to share. BYOB. Must sign up at the office.
Polar Plunge Fundraiser - Saturday, February 28th @ 1pm. Come join us for a polar plunge fundraiser. Proceeds go to our local veterans who are transitioning into homesVWHRC.org which is a mission to end Veteran homelessness. Cost is $5 a ticket which also includes pizza. If you don’t want to take the plunge, you can still purchase a ticket and come support and have pizza.
Happy Birthday!
Carlyse G. 2/3
Robert F. 2/4
Edward C. 2/6
Maureen D. 2/6
Annette F. 2/6
Stephen L. 2/7
Tom F. 2/8
Renetta B. 2/9
Ronald M. 2/9
Lori C. 2/11
Ford K. 2/11
Steve L. 2/14
Joseph S. 2/14
Amy D. 2/15
Carter G. 2/15
Sean H. 2/16
Theresa F. 2/18
Richard G. 2/18
Michael H. 2/21
Debra M. 2/23
February 2026
Valentines Day Puppy Chow
INSTRUCTIONS
INGREDIENTS
5 cups Chex cereal, preferably corn, divided
5 ounces white candy melts
5 ounces pink candy melts
1 cup powdered sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 cup Valentine M&Ms (about 6 ounces)
1/2 cup cinnamon imperial heart candies (about 4 ounces)
1. Place 2 1/2 cups of the cereal in a large bowl; set aside. Place the white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between bursts, until melted. (If you don’t have a microwave, melt in a double boiler instead.) Immediately pour over the cereal and stir gently until evenly coated. Add 1/2 cup of the powdered sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of salt and stir gently until evenly coated. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet, spread into an even layer, and cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, coat the remaining cereal.
2. Place the remaining cereal in the same bowl; set aside. Place the pink candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between bursts, until melted. (If you don’t have a microwave, melt in a double boiler instead.) Immediately pour over the cereal and stir gently until evenly coated. Add the remaining powdered sugar and remaining salt and stir gently until evenly coated. Transfer to a separate rimmed baking sheet, spread into an even layer, and cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes.
3. Transfer the white and pink cereals to a large bowl. Add the M&Ms and heart candies and stir to combine.
February Trivia
1. Which Roman festival, celebrated in mid-February, is considered a precursor to Valentine’s Day?
2. February is named after “Februa.” What was Februa in ancient Rome?
3. Which U.S. state was admitted to the Union on February 14, 1912?
4. Why does February sometimes have 29 days instead of 28?
5. Which famous inventor was born on February 11, 1847?
6. What is the birthstone for February?
7. Which winter sport is most commonly associated with the Winter Olympics held in February?
8. Punxsutawney Phil makes predictions every February 2nd. What animal is he?
9. Which planet is known as the “Morning Star” and is often visible in February skies?
10. Valentine’s Day is celebrated on which date in February?
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