wate october-newsletter 2010

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THE WAVEYour V!.VA Community Newsletter

We have a WINNER…2nd Annual Apple Bake-off There were a total of 9 entries in this year’s Apple Bake-Off, hosted at theWaterside. This year’s judges included Town Councilor Wendy LeBlanc,EMC reporter Tera Gesner, last year’s winner Faye Smith and two of ourCommunity Members John Lamb and Lillian Robinson. The judges markedthe apple desserts based on eye appeal (how good does it look), apple essence(how much apple flavour) and overall taste. After an hour of tasting all thevariety of desserts, the votes were tallied by volunteer Donald MacPhail andLifestyles Coordinator Alison.

Community Members joined the taste testing just in time to hear theannouncement of the this year’s winner. 1st place - Apple Crisp by DoreenHarris, 2nd place - Apple Pie with Caramel Drizzle by Bonnie Adams and3rd prize - Apple Dabble Cake by Paula Sanderson. An honorable mentionto Jessica Bourgeouis (culinary server) and her apple sauce loaf with applebutter! Other submissions included apple fritters, apple turn-overs, Germanapple cake, and French apple pie.

Thank you to all of our apple dessert submitters, we look forward to seeingyou next year!

October 20101

We have a Winner...

2nd Annual AppleBake-o

2 Activities for Everyone!

2 Fire Prevention WeekOctober 3rd to 9th

2Community PlacementStudents from NotreDame High School

3 Highlighted AugustActivities

4 Pastoral Care Week

4Made From The Heart

by Elizabeth JewelryDisplay

4Election Meet andGreet Wine andCheese Mingle

“Peace is freedom,

freedom is life andlife is good.”

Photo: Back Row L-R - Tera Gesner, Wendy LeBlanc, Faye Smith, Paula Sanderson

(contestant), Lil Robinson, Marilyn Colton

(Community Director), John LambFront Row L-R – Doreen Harris and

Bonnie Adams



Community Placement Students from Notre Dame High School

The kids are back in school and the local high schools are placing co-op students in various business in theCarleton Place area. This year we are delighted to have 3 co-op students complete their 240+ hours here atthe Waterside.

Vicky Cram - Grade 10; will be volunteering in the Culinary department assisting in the dining room.

Brad Santos - Grade 10; will be volunteering with the Environmental Team and getting to know more about themaintenance operations of a retirement community.

Kelsey Ryan - grade 12+; Kelsey has returned to Notre Dame this year to complete the co-op course prior tochoosing her college path. Kelsey will be assisting in the Lifestyles department and focussing on fitness and activities.

Fire Prevention Week October 3rd to October 9th

During National Fire Prevention week, the Team Members at the Waterside will be practicing fire drills, fire evacuatioand fire extinguisher training provided by our Carleton Place Fire Department.

On Tuesday, October 5th the Team Members will be practicing a fire evacuation drill on the 2nd floor. The fire evacuatiwill involve the Community Members from the 2nd floor at which time they will be asked to be escorted by one of ourTeam Members to a “safe location”.

Please be aware that this is a drill only but is a very important practice for staff in event of a true emergency.We appreciate your cooperation.

Left: Community member Jim Robinson gazes at the full moon through presenter Frank Hitchens telescope.Right: Beverly MacPhail and John Lamb choose apples very carefully at Mountain Orchard in preparation for baking

with Patty.

Activities For Everyone!The Waterside has many great activities for Community Members to participate in on a daily basis. Last month

was an exceptionally busy month with many events and activities for all to enjoy. Community Members had theopportunity to climb aboard the 1000 Island Boat Cruise in Gananoque. We welcomed the first days of autumnwith a scenic bus trip to Mountain Orchard to go apple picking to prepare for the apple bake-off .

One of our most popular events was the presentation provided by Frank Hitchens “Fly Me to the Moon, theApollo Theory”.

Community Members also participated in National Active Aging Week by being active in our V!VA fit gym.



Fri., Oct. 1st

2:30 p.m.

National Seniors Day. Come and celebrate with a wine and cheese reception in the Craft Kitchen followed by

guest speaker Reverend Bob Hill "The Necessity of Laughter".

Sat., Oct. 2nd 7:00 p.m.

Musical Entertainment provided by Charlie and Ethine. Come and enjoy the sounds of this dynamic duo.Proceeds from their entertainment going towards student scholarships.

Tue., Oct. 5th

3:00 p.m.

Fire Prevention Week. We will be practicing a re evacuation of the 2nd oor. Please be prepared.

Thu., Oct. 7th

2:00 p.m.

Bridge Tournament (FULL). Please note that the bridge tournament is full for this month. Watch for upcoming

tournament Thursday,December 9th at 2:00 p.m. Pre-register with Alison.

Fri., Oct. 8th 10:00 a.m.

Pumpkin Picking and Picnic at the Colton Farm. Don't miss out on this popular event… a reside lunch in thehand built cabin surrounded by the beautiful autumn scenery.

Sun., Oct. 10th

5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Happy Thanksgiving. Musical Entertainment in the dining room provided by Jean Guy Benard on piano.

Fri., Oct. 15th

4:00 p.m.

Toast to Our Troops. Wear Red… happy hour in the pub. Musical entertainment provided by Ian on piano.

Sat., Oct. 16th 3:00 p.m.

Musical Movie Matinee. Join the MUDDS Youth Choir for popcorn and this month’s musical matinee.

Sun., Oct. 17th

2:00 p.m.

Musical Entertainment provided by the Vintage Fiddlers. Join this group of ddling musicians in Paddles Pub

for some toe tapping entertainment.

Tue., Oct. 19th 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Elections Meet and Greet Wine & Cheese. Mingle with fellow candidates in the upcoming election in October.Get to know who you are voting for.

Wed., Oct. 20th 2:00 p.m.

Musical Entertainment provided by The Red Wing Fiddlers. Join this terric trio and enjoy the afternoonsinging your favourite songs amongst friends.

Thu., Oct. 21st 10:00 a.m.

October Community Member's Forum. Don't miss out on this informative monthly meeting. Members can asquestions, raise concerns and learn about upcoming events and activities.

Wed., Oct. 27th 10:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Made from the Heart by Elizabeth Jewelry Display. Make sure to browse through Paddles Pub and view thehandmade pieces of jewelry by Elizabeth.

Wed., Oct. 27th Pastoral Care Week. Waterside Worship volunteer ministers are invited to enjoy lunch in the Shores dining

room. Thank you to ALL our pastoral care volunteers!

Fri., Oct. 29th 3:00 p.m.

October Birthday Celebration. Join in and celebrate our October Birthdays. Everyone is welcome to attend anenjoy tea, coee and cake. Cheers!

Sun., Oct. 31st

1:00 p.m.

Happy Halloween. Ghosts and goblins parade through the dining room to the Monster Mash! Dress up in your

best costume for lunch, too.

Sun., Oct. 31st

3:00 p.m.

Family Movie Afternoon "Casper's Scare School". Invite family and friends to enjoy popcorn and this months

theme movie. Children’s movie.

What’s Happening? October 2010

October Birthday Celebrations Thursday, October 29th, 2010 @ 3:00 p.m.

Come and celebrate October Birthdays in the Craft Kitchen.

Everyone’s invited! Hope to see you there!



Made From The Heartby Elizabeth

Jewelry DisplayWednesday, October 27th

10:00 to 2:00 p.m.Come and have a look at the beautiful handmade

jewelry by Elizabeth. Everyone welcome…invite afriend to join in too!

Pastoral Care WeekOctober 24th to October 30th

The Waterside Worship service is held everyWednesday at 11:00 a.m. in the V!VAplex movie theatre. In order to have the serviceprovided to our Members there are a numberof dedicated volunteers. These volunteersinclude our ministers, piano players, cello andviolin players and the vocal accompaniment.

We would like to recognize all our volunteerswho visit us weekly so we can take part in andenjoy a spiritual program provided right herewithin our own community.

On Wednesday, October 27th Waterside willbe hosting our weekly worship volunteers forlunch in the Shores dining room.

Election Meet andGreet Wine & Cheese

MingleTuesday, October 19th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Come and meet this year’s localcandidates for the upcoming municipalelection. You will have any opportunity toask questions and decide whoyou will be voting for onMon., October 25th, 2010.

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