The Pine Line Pine Meadows Community Newsletter May 2015 Farewell to the (Once) Lucky Penny Marilyn Helmer Find a penny, pick it up; all day long you’ll have good luck! Once upon a time, finding a penny really was good luck. Remember those long ago days when the glint of a copper coin on the sidewalk sent you racing to the local candy store. The minute you opened the door, your nose was seduced by the tantalizing smells of sugar, peppermint and chocolate. With the penny in your hand, you could legitimately pour over the dazzling display of mouth-watering treats. What to choose this time? Spearmint Leaves, Blackballs, Licorice Whips, Tootsie Rolls or perish, forbid - a candy cigarette. On the other hand, you could drop your penny into the gumball machine where, if it was a really lucky penny, you might also get a charm to add to your collection. Decisions, decisions – what fun they were! The first true Canadian penny, made of bronze, was issued on January 2, 1908 at the official opening of the Royal Canadian Mint. Although it remained a popular coin of trade for decades, its buying power eventually decreased to the point where it seemed the only thing worth a penny were your thoughts. On February 4, 2013, the Mint stopped issuing the penny. Although, like the penny candy stores, the penny itself is now a thing of the past, we should not scorn those small copper coins. They have an interesting history and have been associated with good luck for centuries. Human beings are a superstitious lot, especially when it comes to lucky tokens. Among the items believed to make Lady Luck’s face shine on us are four-leafed clovers, horseshoes, rabbit’s foot, ladybugs, wishbones, feathers, jade and acorns, to name a few. The humble penny rolled onto the list of lucky tokens when the Anglo-Saxon king, Offa, introduced it in Britain in 790 A.D. In ancient times, people believed that metal was a gift from the gods and had the power to protect them from evil. Since pennies were made from metal, they soon found a place in the pockets and purses of luck-seeking people. A small, lightweight penny might be easy to carry but it was also easy to lose. The belief spread that a found penny not only protected the finder from evil, it also brought him good luck. Under those circumstances, who could resist stooping to pick up an errant penny? Ah, but caution is advised when it comes to actually picking up a found penny. Since the beginning of time, good and evil have waged a constant battle over our fate. Be sure to take a close look before you grab that penny. If the heads side is looking at you, by all means pick it up. But if the penny is tails side up, you should turn it over and leave it for the next finder. May 23 is National Penny Day. With the recent demise of our penny, actually finding one will be lucky indeed. To ensure good luck nowadays, we will have to depend on four-leafed clovers, horseshoes, rabbit’s foot and wishbones. The Pine Line Cards Cards Cards Barbara Cook (November - April) 519 787-0837 and Sue Taylor (May – October) 519 843-8834 Get Well Cards were sent to: Maurice Verkindt, 123 Bristlecone Court Helen Gay, 166 Pine Ridge Road Sympathy Cards were sent, in the past month, to: James Coates, 96 White Bark Way Judy McDonald, 93 White Bark Way Milestones - A Celebration of Life Pine Meadows Residents gathered on Sunday, April 19, to celebrate the life of Don McDonald. Our condolences are extended to Judy and her family. Mark Your Calendars...2015 Social Committee Events April 29 – Breakfast September 12 – BBQ/Corn Roast May 4 – Hilltop Singers October 31 – Hallowe’en Dance May 30 – Spring Dance November 27 –Christmas Tree Lighting June 22 – Race Casino Night December 7 – Christmas BINGO July 1 – Canada Day/Strawberryfest December 31 – New Year’s Eve Gala August 13 – BINGO Details for each event to follow Pine Meadows Garage Sale June 6, 2015 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Kathy Munro Get crackin’!! It is only 5 weeks until the garage sale treasures are found by loyal shoppers. Get ready for the annual event. Sign up on the sheet posted in the Community Centre. A $4 fee will be collected to pay for the advertising and signage. Contact Kathy Munro 519 994-0214, 176 Lace Bark Lane May 2015 Page 2 of 12 The Pine Line President’s Message… Fred Dick As I have been travelling around the community more, now that the better weather has arrived, I have noticed something different. I noticed that there are people that I hadn't seen since last year. The snowbirds are returning home to roost. To them I say welcome back, it's nice to see you again, even if you didn't have to suffer through the winter as we did. I'm also noticing several new faces that have joined our Community. Welcome. Your Board has returned to its normal monthly routine and is dealing with any issues that come under our responsibilities. At present we are dealing with a situation which, by my reasoning and that of Don Vallery, should have been dealt with years ago but wasn't. It's the responsibility/ ownership of articles in Pine Meadows. As most everyone knows, this situation most likely began with the new furniture in the Library a couple of years ago. By the time you read this message a list of items will be given to Don and he and I will sit down and make some final determinations as to responsibility/ownership, and that question will be answered, even if it raises more questions. I will end with this thought: Every person in this community who volunteers for any position, on any committee, knows that part of the job is making decisions that sometimes may not be popular, even causing a lot of emotion by some of our friends and neighbours. I like to think that all of we volunteers are worth at least HALF of the big bucks that we are NOT being paid. Musical Memories Sue Taylor - Social Committee This was an evening of music, a few entertaining jokes and ditties, and some sing along. Bill Johnson gave us a little of everything on Monday evening. Some 65 residents and friends gathered to listen, to dance and to sing with Bill. Jan, Bill’s wife, gave some of us a lesson in line dancing. Barry Wyant showed her the ‘correct’ way of doing it, or should I say ‘another version’! We sang some country songs, some western (which we learned the difference between), and many ‘old songs’. We spent an entertaining evening with friends and neighbours. During a short intermission, coffee and cookies were provided. Clyde Henry and Marbeth Mclean made 3 lucky people a ‘little’ richer with our Share the Wealth draw – namely Anna de Boer, Marg Thorne and Anne MacPherson (friend of Elaine Boyes). The next social committee event, ‘The Spring Dance’, is on May 30. Tickets on sale shortly. May 2015 Page 3 of 12 The Pine Line Newsflash!!! Cathy McCabe ....Hot off the press!! Romance is alive and well and living in Pine Meadows. Stay tuned for further info. In the meantime, mark your calendars for June 10 to see the play all Pine Meadows residents are talking about. Oops! That's not quite accurate. OK. Quite a lot of people are talking about it. Well at least five people I know of are talking about it and that's not an exaggeration. Did I mention there are five people in the cast -- draw your own conclusions? Romance AND Comedy… I don't know about you, but I'm in seventh heaven. See you June 10. -- Keep smiling. Golfing Invitation Joe & Anna de Boer, John & Mary-Anne McKenna 2015 Golf Season for Pine Meadows Residents Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced Golfers Fergus Golf Club Tuesdays - Beginning May 5 Ladies Tee Off Start 9:30 a.m. - Men Start 10:00 a.m. Sign Up Sheet on Golf Board in Our Rec Center Come Out and Enjoy See you on the Links Questions and information contact: Joe & Anna de Boer, 519 787-3843 John & Mary-Anne McKenna, 519 787-6637 Horseshoes 2015 … Wednesday May 20, 1:30 p.m. start Sam Plume, John McKenna Horseshoe pits at Rec Center area, "shoes" provided All Pine Meadows residents invited to participate $0.25 for group fun Come on out and enjoy throwing the “Horse-shoooes” Information needed? Contact Sam Plume, 519 787-4335, John McKenna, 519 787-6637 May 2015 Page 4 of 12 The Pine Line SPRING FLING Pearl Davis Saturday, May 30, 2015 Doors open @ 7:30 p.m. Music starts @ 8:00 p.m. COME LISTEN OR DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY TO THE MUSIC OF ‘TWO OF A KIND’. Snacks supplied BYOB and glasses COST: $10.00 per person Tickets on sale @ K.K. May 6, 13, and 20 Contact Person: Pearl Davis 519 843-6613 Koffee Klatch - May Speakers Barry Wyant and Vickie Bragg We are looking forward to seeing you at Koffee Klatch. April was a busy month at Koffee Klatch with three very informative speakers addressing our group. Attendance continues to increase weekly and on April 22, we had in access of 70 people in attendance. "WOW! GREAT SUPPORT". We would like to express our thanks to all those who continue to come out to make Koffee Klatch the success that it is. Don't miss the upcoming events presented by our Fergus Senior Centre. On May 20, the Drama Group will be performing for us. The "Shady Acre Seniors" are at it again, with mirth and mayhem as they attempt to open an in-house library. Then, on May 27, Melody Makers will be entertaining us. Please come out and join your neighbours and friends for a coffee and a few laughs. Thanks again for your support. Our Apologies Last month, the Pine Line missed an item on the Wood Carvers. Welcome to our new carvers, Ann Hurst and Grant Swift. A Volunteer Opportunity The Pine Line Committee welcomes any resident(s) who have an interest in writing/preparing the monthly edition of the Pine Line to contact the Pine Line Committee Coordinator, Paul Lingen (plingen1@gmail.com, 519 843-8856) The Pine Line is prepared using Microsoft Word, and collects information from a variety of sources (email, print and website) If anyone has an interest in becoming a ‘Pine Line writer’, please let us know. May 2015 Page 5 of 12 The Pine Line SUMMER SIZZLE by Pine Needle Crafts Betty Davies, President Betty Coates, Event Coordinator Please mark June 27, 2015 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on your calendar for the Summer Sizzle. This event is sponsored and coordinated by Pine Needle Crafts, with lots of help and donations from many residents at Pine Meadows. Our event will include tables with baked goods, bread & jam (Preserves), crafts and Nearly New items. There will be a Raffle table and a BBQ, which will include peameal bacon on a bun as well as hamburgers and hot dogs, and hot and cold beverages. Also enjoy the live entertainment. Thank you to the people who have already agreed to help. We still need more volunteers, donations and vendors to help make the event a success. Please contact the appropriate conveners below if you are able to volunteer some time on the day of the sale or if you have ideas, suggestions, questions or donations. Sign-up sheets for donations are posted on the craft bulletin board. Craft Table Bake Table Nearly New Bread & Jam (Preserves) BBQ Rent–a–Table Publicity Judy Dick Vickie Bragg Ann Hurst Elaine Hannah 787-0904 787-8080 375-6373 843-7445 jfdick@explornet.ca belwoodvickie@gmail.com ahurst6062@explornet.com fhannah11@gmail.com Betty Coates Betty Coates Linda Austin 787-8156 787-8156 843-4171 enjcoates@gmail.com enjcoates@gmail.com linda-austin@live.com Nearly New at the Summer Sizzle Ann Hurst Have you ever wondered: why you kept a gift you couldn't use? Why you moved some items here? Why you bought something you couldn't live without but now you can? Please consider donating these to the Nearly New table at the Summer Sizzle. Items must have no scratches, dents or chips. Drop off donations at 187 Lace Bark Lane, May 15 - June 19, or call Ann Hurst, 1 519 375 - 6373 for pickup. Pine Meadows Garage Sale - L e f t o v e r s!!! Hello residents, especially those of you who have moved into Pine Meadows over the past twelve months. Should you have items left over from your yard sale here on June 6, would you please consider donating applicable items to the yard sale being held the next weekend at St. John's United Church, Belwood? Further details nearer the date. Meanwhile, please call Sheila 519 843 - 5509 (192 PRR) for further information. Thank you. May 2015 Page 6 of 12 The Pine Line From the Chef’s Kitchen… Lynda Young Potatoes are a very versatile food. They can be served in so many variations - boiled, roasted, baked, fried – actually every cooking method I can think of can be used on potatoes. The potato is a starchy, tuberous plant that is part of the nightshade family. It is indigenous to the Andes and they were introduced outside that region approximately four centuries ago, and have since become an integral part of much of the world's food supply. It is the world's fourth-largest food crop, following maize, wheat, and, rice. When selecting potatoes, choose ones that are firm and plump, avoiding the ones with shriveled skins, sprouting eyes, soft spots, blemishes and green spots. It is better to buy in bulk where you can choose individual potatoes than in bags where you can’t see all of the potatoes. Store your potatoes in a cool dry place and they will keep for up to two weeks or even longer. Do not store them in the refrigerator because the cool temperatures will convert the starches into sugar and the potato will become sweet and turn a dark colour when cooked. Do not store with onions because the gasses that the onions give off will accelerate the decay of the potatoes. There are many different kinds of potatoes. These are a few of the most common ones: Russet Potatoes are brown-skinned, oblong-shaped with a white interior. They are low in moisture and high in starch making them good for baking, boiling and French fries. Round White Potatoes are a bit smaller than the Russet with a medium level of starch and a finer texture. These are good for making mashed potatoes. Red Potatoes have a crisp, waxy texture. They are good potatoes for boiling, steaming, and roasting. They keep their shape when cooked which makes them a good choice for potato salad, scalloped potatoes, soups, and stews. Yukon Gold Potatoes have a light yellow skin and a rich buttery flavour and they are excellent for boiling and making mashed potatoes. I have made the recipe below many times with leftover ham but to make it without leftovers you can get one of the small precooked hams and cut off what you need, or get a pound of deli ham unsliced. This recipe is also very easy to half or double – whatever your needs are. Scalloped Potato and Ham Casserole in Mustard Sauce Makes 12 servings 1 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoons canola oil 2 onions, sliced 1/8 inch thick 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups half and half, heated 1 to 2 tablespoons yellow mustard Salt and pepper to taste 2-½ lbs red potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick 1 lb cooked ham cut into ½ inch dice ½ cup grated cheddar cheese ½ cup grated gruyere cheese Melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 1 tablespoon of canola oil in heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened. At this point you can use the onions as they are or you may continue the cooking process to caramelize the onions. You can do this by leaving the onions to cook longer, stirring more frequently, until the onions are a deep brown colour. If the onions are cooking too fast and start to burn turn the heat down. This process could take up to 25 minutes. Set aside. Heat the half and half by pouring into a microwave safe measuring cup and heating just until bubbles form around the edges. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, 1 to 2 minutes or until the flour/butter mixture is bubbly. Add the hot cream, stirring May 2015 Page 7 of 12 The Pine Line constantly, and continue stirring until the sauce comes to a boil and starts to thicken. Lower the heat and add the salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring for 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove from the heat. Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of yellow mustard then taste. If you want more mustard flavour, add the remaining tablespoon of mustard. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a deep 9 inch casserole dish with nonstick spray. Layer half of the potatoes on the bottom of the pan. Cover with half of the cream sauce. Layer the ham and onions over the potatoes. Finish by layering the remaining potato slices on top and then cover with the remaining cream sauce. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and sprinkle the cheese mixture on top. Return to the oven for 20 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. You can run the casserole under the broiler to brown the cheese top if you would like. Cut into squares and serve. Make ahead notes: You can caramelize the onions ahead of time and keep in the refrigerator until ready to use. They should be warmed slightly before putting in the casserole (it makes them easier to spread around). The ham can be cubed and put in the refrigerator until ready to use. To make the cream sauce ahead, make as directed, cool slightly then cover with waxed paper to prevent a skin from forming and refrigerate until ready to use. The sauce should be warmed before you continue with the recipe. Maintenance Cost Review Committee (MCRC) April 2015 Meeting Peggy Barton, Recording Secretary The Maintenance Cost Report for March 2015 still has us in a favorable position and overall the expenses for the first quarter of 2015 are less than those incurred in the first quarter of 2014. The full report as always is posted in the board room. As the snow has now finally all melted the maintenance team have started their spring cleanup, it would be remiss of me if I did not take this opportunity to remind all pet owners that picking up after their pets is the neighbourly thing to do even if you are walking in any of the general areas. We as a community appreciate all those owners who do pick up, but unfortunately there is evidence that some do not. Please keep in mind that the lawnmowers will be humming shortly and the cleaning/sanitizing of those pieces of equipment is not an easy task. The final phase of the replacement of RBC1 will happen over the next few months and we have been advised that there will be construction and at times heavy equipment in and around that area. Please keep an eye out while driving in that area. Any questions: Contact the MCRC Chair, Randy Cook at 519 787-2464. Did you enjoy April? May 2015 Page 8 of 12 The Pine Line Our New Photo Directory Photo-taking Sessions The Photo Directory Project Team The scheduled dates in May include: Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 There are two ways to get registered... 1. Go to our website (pmhahome.ca) and click on the "Book Now" graphic OR 2. contact either Vickie Bragg 519 787-8080 or Suzanne Parker 519 843-2189. If you have questions or concerns about this project, please contact one of the team members. The Photo Directory Project team includes: Linda Austin, Vickie Bragg, Gary Helmer, Gary Horniblow, Suzanne Parker and Rick Rock. Volunteers are needed to assist with photo session scheduling and with profile data acquisition. Please contribute to this project by volunteering! Ladies Who Lunch!! Wednesday, May 6 The Ladies Who Lunch do so, on the FIRST Wednesday of each month. We meet at The Gorge Restaurant in Elora to enjoy lunch and socializing. Ladies of Pine Meadows: we invite you all to join us! The sign-up sheet for the May 6 Lunch is now posted on the notice board outside the Grand Hall. There is room for 40 people. All are welcome. Please sign up and join us! May 2015 Page 9 of 12 The Pine Line . Bridge Results: Tuesdays: High nd 2 Ladies’ Bridge Mar. 24 Mar 31 Apr. 7 Apr. 14 Apr. 21 Fran Daniels Vickie Bragg Ann Vaugeois Vera Shoemaker Vickie Bragg Suzie Parker Suzie Parker Carol Doyon Adrienne Green Barb Lindsay Thursdays: High 2 nd Mixed Bridge Mar. 26 Apr. 2 Apr. 9 Apr. 16 Apr. 23 Not available Not available Vera Shoemaker Randy Cook Vera Shoemaker Barry Wood Barry Wood Ralph Knowles Don Roden Barb Lindsay Euchre Results: March 25/2015 Winners: 1st High Score (59) – John Hodgson – 2nd High Score (57) – Barry Wyant Lone Hands (3) – Sue Langille – Terry Langille Lucky Draw – Audrey Goulding − Elaine Boyes Oscar Winner – John Hodgson April 8/2015 Winners: 1st High Score() – John Hodgson – 2nd High Score () – Judy Busch Lone Hands () – Ken Busch – Terry Langille Lucky Draw – Sue Langille – Judy Busch Oscar Winner – Pearl Davis Bid Euchre Results: April 1/2015 Winners: 1st High Score (159) – Barb Cook 2nd High Score (151) – Gabrielle Filce Lone Hands (3) – Vickie Bragg/Don Sewell Lucky Draw – Barb Lindsay – Elaine Boyes Shoot the Moon – Glenn Bragg/Don Sewell – Barry Wyant April 15/2015 Winners: 1st High Score (215) – Elaine Boyes 2nd High Score (196) – Mary Drew Lone Hands (5) – Judy Dick Lucky Draw – Barb Lindsay – Barry Wyant Shoot the Moon – Ken Lindsay/Elaine Boyes – Mary Drew Note: Updated Bridge, Euchre, Bid Euchre and Six Handed Euchre results are always posted on the PMHA website, under the Scoreboard menu – and are usually posted shortly after the event! Mixed Darts Geoff Andrews, 519 787-4696 You are invited to come out. We get together on Thursday evenings at 7. If you require some information, please call Geoff Andrews. High Scores for April: April: Scores not available at time of printing May 2015 Page 10 of 12 The Pine Line Notice from the Pine Line Team…. Your comments and feedback on the content and appearance of the Pine Line are always invited. Please send us an email to: pinemeadowsnewsletter@gmail.com or contact one of the Pine Line Team members with your comments. Pine Line – Online To access the Pine Line online, visit our website (pmhahome.ca) and select the Pine Line graphic on the right side of the header image, for the current issue, or select the Pine Line menu for both the current and past issues. To discontinue receiving the Pine Line in print, send a message to: pinemeadowsnewsletter@gmail.com Channel 5 – Online To access a version of the Channel 5 Notice Board online, visit our website (pmhahome.ca) and select the PM5 graphic on the upper right side of the header image. The Pine Line Team The Pine Line is the monthly newsletter of the Pine Meadows residents and is produced for the Pine Meadows Homeowners’ Association by the Pine Line Team, which currently consists of Barbara and Paul DeRoo, Gary Helmer, Mary Anne Hill, Barbara Hodgson, Sheila and Colin Johnson, Paul Lingen (Coordinator), Ian Marr and Jean Pearson. The Pine Line depends on submissions by the various activity groups within Pine Meadows and by you, the residents. Submissions should be made electronically (by email) to pinemeadowsnewsletter@gmail.com or can be placed in the Pine Line box in the main lobby of the Recreation Centre. The submission deadline is the 21st of the month. While a high priority is to include all submissions, space may require that some submissions be omitted, or delayed to a future edition of The Pine Line. A guideline for submitted articles is that they be limited to one typed page or approx. 500 words. May 2015 Page 11 of 12 The Pine Line Pine Meadows Homeowners’ Association – Events Calendar May 2015 SUNDAY 3 MONDAY 4 Hilltop Singers- TUESDAY 11 17 18 1 2 7 8 9 12 13 KK – 10:00 Photo Sessions... Euchre – 7:00 14 15 16 20 KK – Seniors 21 22 23 28 29 30 Spring Dance – 1:00 26 Photo Sessions... Play – 10:00 PMHA Board – 1:00 Horseshoes…….1:30 Bid Euchre – 7:00 27 KK Melody Makers - 10:00 Horseshoes……1:30 Euchre (Two of a Kind) ……………7:30 – 7:00 Sound: – Elke LIngen Ch. 5: – Gary Helmer Safety/Security: – Glenn Bragg (Coordinator) May: – Clyde Henry Grand Hall Rental :– George and Dianne Smith May and June: – Barry Wyant and Barb Cook Daily: Workshop opens at 7 a.m. Pool is open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. 1:30 – 4:00 p.m. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Weekly: 9:00 8:50 9:00 11:30 12:00 1:30 7:00 May2015 Aquafit – Men Walking Wood Carving S.M.A.R.T. Billiards – Men Pine Ndle Crafts Billiards – Men SATURDAY – 10:00 Ladies Lunch Bunch Bid Euchre – 7:00 19 25 FRIDAY 6 KK MCRC 24/31 THURSDAY 5 ……………...7:00 10 WEDNESDAY 9:00 1:30 1;00 7:00 7:00 Aquafit – Ladies Bridge – Ladies Billiards – Men Billiards – Ladies Poker Children may use pool: 8:30 Walking 10:00 Koffee Klatch 11:30 S.M.A.R.T. 1:30 - -Horseshoes 7:00 Bid Euchre (1st & 3rd) 7:00 Euchre (2nd & 4th) 9:00 Aquafit – Ladies 12:30 - 3:30 Pool Cleaning 1:00 Art Club 1:30 Board Games 1:30 Billiards – Ladies 7:00 Mixed Darts 7:30 Mixed Bridge 9:00 Aquafit – Men 8:50 Walking 10:00 Men’s Bridge 11:30 S.M.A.R.T. 12:00 Billiards – Men 4:00 Happy Hour 7:00 Mixed Billiards Page 12 of 12
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