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1 The Courier November December 2016 Oaks North Community Center A 55+ Community Regular Center Office Hours: Monday Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM 1:00 PM Oaks North Dr. San Diego, CA Holiday Hours 11/24-11/27 Office Closed 11/24 Center Closed 12/24-12/26 Office Closed 12/25 Center Closed 1/2/2017 Office Closed For more information contact the Center Office Board of Directors President ~ Jeanne MacLaren Vice-President ~ Barbara Darling Treasurer ~ Frank Auwarter Secretary ~ Mike Goldman Director ~ Cathy Huff Director ~ Roberta Mikles Director ~ Beverly Starkey Board of Directors Meetings Wednesday 11/16/2016 Wednesday 12/21/ :00 AM **In the Los Robles Room** From the General Manager Dear Friends and Neighbors The first step to change is awareness. The second step is acceptance. Nathaniel Branden The air is crisp, the evenings get darker sooner and the smell of fall is coming our way. We ve had some changes that I believe are benefits to the quality of living for the enjoyment of Oaks North Residents who frequent our Center. We ve added two new staff members. Some of you have met Eddie, our Maintenance Technician. Eddie is responsible for updating the Center s many aging components and repairing sidewalks posing trip and fall safety issues. He comes with many years of HOA maintenance experience and possesses a high skill set which includes: concrete, masonry, plumbing and pipe installation, journeyman carpentry skills, electrical wiring installation, drywall and framework, and is certified in mold/remediation. His presence will allow Greg to continue his excellent care of our custodial staff and mainta i n t h e cleanliness a nd functionality of our facility, and also allow Greg to resume a normal work schedule with much earned and needed time off. Walt is our newest staff member. He works in the custodial department under Greg s supervision and comes with many years of custodial and janitorial experience. He has worked in many churches where a wide variety of events has provided him with the set-up and tear-down of events. Both new staff members have great attitudes and work ethic and we are happy they are with us. They are an addition to our already outstanding Oaks North Staff. We are excited about the future. Our custodial and maintenance staff will be sporting new uniforms; not only will they look sharper but the savings add up to approximately $900+ for this year alone. The uniforms are durable and washable and will enhance the friendly and clean appearance of our staff. The Board is in the planning stages for the library remodel which will include fresh paint, new flooring, new lighting, freshening up the shelves and new HVAC units. The fitness center, upstairs men s and women s bathrooms and woodshop remodels are also in discussion. Oaks North Community Center will have a fresher, newer appearance and updated exercise equipment, which will increase safety for our members. The audit has been completed and will be mailed to you shortly. The Holiday Season will engage the annual food drive for needy families and the Angel Tree. Look for both of these in November. The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention. Oscar Wilde Nina Stanley CMCA, AMS Spotlight on Oaks North Members Braveheart of Oaks North! How many times have we run into folks around town or at the local Community Center without taking a few brief moments to really meet them? Such was the case when we first met Bruce Wagenseller at the Oaks North Community Center pool. He struck us as an overly boisterous personality and possibly someone we would not want to get to know. As time progressed, Bruce began to warm up to our presence at the Community Center. The more we got to know him and his better half Helen, the more we were taken by this special man and Helen. Braveheart (that great movie starring Mel Gibson) depicts a strong character who does not fear anyone or anything; this describes Bruce and Helen of Oaks North. Bruce is a veteran of WWII who served in the Philippines as an instructor for the Red Cross to rebuild that country s human infrastructure from 1945 to Bruce met with trying events then during WWII and many situations thereafter and never backed down! We are all better for meeting and getting to know Bruce and Helen Wagenseller. Contributed by Andrew Palumbo

2 November December 2016 Page 2 From the P res ident Dear Friends and Neighbors Thank you for your recent vote on our proposed external bathroom. Two thirds of the votes were in favor of adding a restroom for use downstairs. The Board will be tabling this project and revisit it next year. With renovations of the library and fitness center being planned, we want to pace our construction projects to ensure the highest quality of work. Look for updates on our website as we begin to move forward. The membership of our Board Committees has been selected and they are already at work serving our community. If you see these folks, please thank them for their efforts on your behalf. Activities: Beverly Starkey, Chair; Cleona Jaekle; Barbara Liebowitz; Sheila Monk; Nora Robie; Jim Starkey; Melinda Stevens; Judy Tatom and Opal Johnson Budget and Finance: Frank Auwarter, Chair; Jeanne MacLaren; Chuck Nesejt and Jerry Vink. House and Grounds: Cathy Huff, Chair; Frank Auwarter; Greg Henderson; and Jim Starkey. Personnel: Roberta Mikles, Chair; Frank Auwarter and Jeanne MacLaren Planning: Jeanne MacLaren, Chair; Barbara Brugh; Cathy Huff; and Jim Starkey. Rules: Barbara Darling, Chair; Jann Bagley; Pam Hammond; and Jeanne MacLaren. To receive your Courier by just fill out the form and return it to the office. The form can be found either on our website (under forms) and in the office. Let s help save the cost of postage! Thank you. Have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving; Hanukah; Christmas and New Year. Jeanne MacLaren As you know, our facility is aging and major repairs and C h a n g e s A r e C o m i n g renovations have not been done in many years. Although our staff has done a great job with upkeep, our facility is showing its age. After years of planning, Oaks North is ready to begin much needed repairs and renovations. The Board has voted to conduct a comprehensive remodel of our aging facilities. If anyone has experience in interior design and would like to volunteer to help please let the office staff know. Beginning in the next few weeks you can expect the following work to be done: The replacement and relocation of the aging heating and air-conditioning systems in the Fitness Center and Library. This equipment has reached the end of its useful life. The cost will be $52,855. The replacement of an exterior beam on the pergola above the pool covers for $4,590. Renovation of the library including opening the ceiling to the original design, replacement of the flooring to laminate ceramic (wood appearance) plank tile. This will provide for smoother walking, improved sanitary condition, and easier maintenance for the staff. The cost is $78,109. Expansion of the fitness center into part of the woodshop that is underused and replacing the carpet with rubber mat flooring. The cost will be $20,196. Renovation of the existing exterior restrooms between the woodshop and the fitness room to comply with ADA requirements. The cost will be $73,842. After the above expenditures, we anticipate approximately $440,000 remaining in the Reserve Fund. All of these repairs and renovations will be paid for out of our Reserves Fund, which is sufficiently funded to allow all of this work to be done. The Reserve Funds can only be used for repair, replacement and/or renovations; so no money from the operating budget will be used. The construction will take approximately 8 weeks to complete. The areas of construction will be closed and off limits to members. Access to the La Piñata and billiards rooms will be from the exterior entryways. Restrooms in the locker rooms will be available for use during the construction. If you have questions or would like more information, please do not hesitate to ask either a board member or the office staff. We apologize for the inconvenience but know the results will be worth it. Remember these updates will make our center safer, more user friendly and improve your property values. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Jeanne MacLaren

3 November December 2016 Page 3 A CPR/AED Class will be held at the Community Center on February 4th. The free basics class will be held from 9:30 AM 11:30 AM. Those who wish to receive certification may stay for the complete class, which ends at 12:30 PM. The cost for the certification is $ The classes will be conducted by Barbara Gattuso. Barbara is an RN and a certified CPR/AED instructor. She has taught thousands of students through Palomar/Pomerado Hospitals and the Fire Department s Project Heartbeat. You must register for both classes in the Center Office. Please specify either the certification or free class when you register. Come and join the latest relaxation and art therapy group in Oaks North. Adult Coloring! We meet every Wednesday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Art Room. Bring your imagination along with colored pencils and coloring book. This is a social and fun activity of all residents. For more information call Lucille Rabinowitz Grown ups Color Too! CPR Saves Lives! Don t miss this opportunity! The Center does not assume any responsibility for the services rendered or provided by these companies. Paid advertisements in this publication do not constitute an endorsement of any kind.

4 November December 2016 Page 4 From your Activities Committee Our Movie Nights are so much fun with light refreshments and great discussion after each film. On Friday, November 4th, we will show Lars and the Real Girl starring Ryan Gosling, Emily Mortimer, Kelli Garner and Paul Schneider, so be sure to join us. We will of course have another yummy Sunday Brunch on November 13th. There is no charge, but be sure to get your tickets in the Center Office. Wine Down Wednesday s have been very popular and we will continue to enjoy our Happy Hours the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Don t miss Bingo! the 3rd Friday of every month. The Holidays are fast approaching, so mark your calendars for the Oaks North Community Center Holiday Party on Saturday December 10th, with entertainment by Joel Reese. This promises to be great holiday fun and will be a potluck, so bring your favorite holiday side or main dish to share with neighbors. Tickets are available in the Center Office; your tickets are required at the event. We are hard at work planning some new and exciting events for next year. More information will be announced, so look for a flyer at the Center and on our website. We wish to thank Roberta Mikles for all of her hard work as Activities Chair the past year. Thank you Roberta! Educators and Friends Social Group Our group meets at the Community Center the 3rd Friday each month at 10:00 AM. In October we went to the Big Bear Octoberfest and also to a local winery. Come to our next meeting on Friday November 18th and join in the fun! All Oaks North residents welcome! Oa ks North Book Discussion Group The Book Discussion Group meets the 4th Monday of each month at 10:00 AM in the La Piñata Room. On 11/28 we will discuss The Inside Ring by Mike Lawson and on 12/26 My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante. Look for our 2017 reading list at For more information contact Chris At New York Group News The New York Group will not meet on Thursday, November 24th, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. We will also not meet during the Christmas and Hanukkah holiday season Thursday, December 22nd. The group will have a holiday social event off site and members will be notified. Wishing all a Happy and Healthy New Year! See you at our next New York Group meeting on January 26th. For more information contact Lucille Rabinowitz Dance Club News Dances are held the 3 rd Saturday of the month from 7:00 to 9:30 PM. All types of music is played by a 3-piece band and requests are welcome. Couples, singles and beginners are welcome. If you don t want to dance, just come and engage in cheerful chatter with your fellow Oaks North residents. You are welcome to join the club or just come as a guest. Guest fees are $10 per person but first attendance is free for Oaks North residents. Check out our calendar, which is posted on the ONCC website for the 2016 dance themes. This year the club is planning a special dance for the December 17th Happy Holidays Dance. It will be more formal than a regular dance, and will feature special snacks and appetizers in addition to the normal break refreshment. Signup information will be posted prior to the dance. Our complete 2016 schedule can be found at For more information contact Wes Whittemore at or Jim Cumberland at

5 November December 2016 Page 5 The Travel Club has so many trips planned for 2017 that we have run out of dates to plan more. Please take time to read the enclosed trip sheet and be sure to sign up for your favorites. Most of our trips sell out quickly, so to avoid landing on a wait list, be sure to call the tour leader as soon as possible. In addition to our many trips, don't forget about our monthly meetings held at the Oaks North Community Center. In November we will show the video "The Ghost Army", A fascinating story from WW2 that many of our retired military will really enjoy. In December we will again have our annual Christmas Party with lots of treats, egg nog and entertainment by Mary's Manhattans. The leader of the Manhattans is Oaks North s own Mary Elledge. We have enjoyed Mary's group before, so if you missed her, you do not want to miss her this time. You do not have to be a member of the Travel Club to attend our meetings or go on our trips. Please join our fun-loving group. 11/02 11/09 11/16 11/23 11/30 12/14 12/21 12/28 November December Hiking Group Dixon Lake 5 Miles Moderate 300 elevation Old Coach Trail to RB Winery 5 Miles Moderate 700 elevation Daley Ranch Boulder Loop 5 Miles Moderate elevation Highland Valley Road Trail 5 Miles Moderate 300 elevation Bernardo Mtn 6 Miles Moderately Strenuous 1,000 elevation Mt. Woodson Trail Fry/Koegel 5.5 Miles Moderately Strenuous 1,500 elevation West Ridge Trail 5 Miles Moderate 300 elevation Blue Sky Trail to Lake Ramona /Dam Moderate 1,500 elevation Questions? Call Chris Meet at Oaks North Community Center between 7:50 & 8:00 AM to carpool to the trailhead Visit for more details on our November & December Hikes Lawn Bowling Club Lawn bowlers will celebrate November with two Special Events. First, on Thursday, November 10 th, there will be a Veteran s Day bowling competition and then, on Saturday, November 19 th, bowlers will hold a Turkey Shoot to commemorate Thanksgiving. Each day is a social event for the club with a luncheon and game prizes following the games. On Friday, December 9 th the lawn bowlers will enjoy a Holiday Dinner and Annual Board Meeting at the Bernardo Heights Country Club. A special congratulations to our three bowlers Tom Bird, Nancy Stringer and Bill Timms for their team s recent supershot which is 9 points in one end and a rare accomplishment in lawn bowling! Interested in bowling? Free lessons provided to get you started. Contact President Jerry Antoff at See you on the Green! The Center does not assume any responsibility for the services rendered or provided by these companies. Paid advertisements in this publication do not constitute an endorsement of any kind.

6 November December 2016 Page 6 The Center does not assume any responsibility for the services rendered or provided by these companies. Paid advertisements in this publication do not constitute an endorsement of any kind.

7 November December 2016 Page 7 Oaks North Tennis Club News Hello to all Oaks North Residents who are interested in Tennis. The Oaks Tennis Club is always looking for new members. We have various groups that play mornings during the week and social tennis events that usually happen on Saturday mornings. Beginners are welcome and if you are interested in a lesson call Brian at Tennis is a fun and social activity so be sure to join us at the tennis courts! For more information call Herb at or Brian at The Center does not assume any responsibility for the services rendered or provided by these companies. Paid advertisements in this publication do not constitute an endorsement of any kind.

8 November December 2016 Page 8 The Center does not assume any responsibility for the services rendered or provided by these companies. Paid advertisements in this publication do not constitute an endorsement of any kind.

9 OAK S NOR TH COMM UNITY CENTER REGUL AR L Y SCHEDULED AC TI VI TIES ART & CERAMICS GROUPS DAYS TIMES & ROOM CONTACT Art Oil, Water Color etc. Art Group Art Group Multi Media Ceramics Club Adult Coloring Group Quilters Mondays 9:30 AM 12:30 PM in the Art Room Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 AM in the Art Room Fridays 9:00 AM 12:00 PM in the Art Room Daily 8:00 AM 9:00 PM in the Ceramics Shop Wednesdays 3:00 PM 4:00 PM in the Art Room Mondays 1:00 PM 5:00 PM Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 AM 5:00 PM in the Art Room Betty Erickson Marie Lee Sayoko Becker Dennis Muslusky or Chris Berg Lucille Rabinowitz Patsy Tighe GAMES & ENTERTAINMENT DAYS TIMES & ROOM CONTACT Book Discussion Group Bridge Couples or Partners Bridge Women s Intermediate Bunco Group Canasta Dance & Social Club Discussion Group Dominoes Mexican Train Hiking Group Hearts Lawn Bowling Club Mahjong Mahjong Mahjong 4th Monday each month 10:00 AM in the La Piñata Room Tuesdays 7:00 PM 9:30 PM in the Auditorium Mondays 12:00 PM 4:00 PM in the La Piñata Room 1st Friday each month 6:00 PM 9:45 PM in the Los Robles Room Fridays 1:00 PM 4:00 PM in the Los Robles Room 3rd Saturday each month 7:00 PM 9:30 PM in the Auditorium Mondays 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM in the La Piñata Room Thursdays 9:30 AM 12:30 PM in the Los Robles Room Wednesdays 7:50 AM Meet near the lawn bowling green Mondays 1:00 PM 4:00 PM in the Los Robles Room Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays (winter) 10:30 AM /(summer) 9:30 AM Saturdays 1:00 PM 4:00 PM in the La Piñata Room Saturdays 1:00 PM 4:00 PM in the Los Robles Tuesdays 1:15 PM 4:00 PM in the La Piñata Room Chris Berg Kurt Beran Erma Bradley Marian Kuykendall Marie Lee Wes Whittemore or Jim Cumberland Herb Stern Barbara Brugh Chris Berg Jim Carroll Jerry Antoff Taube Staff Deborah Dutilly Karen Miller Page 9

10 OAKS NOR TH COMM UNITY CE NTER REGUL AR L Y SCHEDULED ACTI VI TIES GAMES & ENTERTAINMENT Cont... DAYS TIMES & ROOM CONTACT Mahjong New York Group PAN PAN Scrabble Spanish Group Tennis Club Travel Club 3rd & 4th Tuesdays 1:00 PM in the Art Room 4th Thursday each month 7:00 PM 8:30 in the Auditorium Tuesday 12:30 PM 4:00 PM in the Game Room Wednesdays 12:30 PM 4:00 PM in the Game Room Wednesdays 10:00 AM 12:00 PM in the La Piñata Room Mondays & Wednesdays 10:00 AM 11:30 AM in the Game room See Posted Schedule at tennis courts 2nd Friday each month 7:00 PM 9:30 PM Sandra McManus Lucille Rabinowitz Betty Roman Rachel Wagner Rosalind Gillett Joyce Anderson Paul Brock Lorraine Woitas EXERCISE, YOGA & Well Being DAYS TIMES & ROOM CONTACT Page 10 Aqua Zumba Deep Water Exercise Massage PiYo Class Strength & Balance Classes Tai Chi (Yang long Group) Tai Chi (Group 2 Intermediate) Water Aerobics Fitness Class Level II Yoga Classes Yoga Classes Chair Saturdays 9:00 AM 9:45 AM Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:00 PM 12:50 PM 1st Thursday each month 10:00 AM 1:00 PM in the Game Room Fridays 10:00 AM 11:00 AM in the Auditorium Tuesdays 1:00 PM 1:45 PM Thursdays 10:45 AM 11:30 AM in the Auditorium Monday, Wednesday & Fridays 8:30 9:30 AM in the Auditorium Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:30 10:30 AM in the Auditorium Mondays & Wednesdays 12:15 1:15 PM Mondays & Wednesdays 11:00 AM 12:00 PM in the Auditorium Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 AM 10:30 AM in the Auditorium Tuesdays 11:00 AM 12:00 PM in the Auditorium Maria Ghaibi mgghaibi@gmail.com or Renee Meyst Lisa Oakes CMT Sussan Maneshni Renee Meyst Alice Specht Cathy Kurland See Instructor directly at class See Instructor directly at class Sussan Maneshni Sussan Maneshni

11 November December 2016 Page 11 Oaks North Community Center Upcoming Sponsored Activities Be sure visit for upcoming events at Oaks North Community Center Friday November 4th and Friday December 2nd 7:00 PM ONCC Movie Night ***December 2nd Movie to be announced Wednesday November 9th 5:30 PM Wine Down Wednesday Happy Hour Sunday November 13th 11:00 AM ONCC Sunday Brunch Friday November 18th 2:00 PM ONCC Bingo! On Friday November 4th we will screen Lars and the Real Girl Starring Ryan Gosling, Emily Mortimer, Kelli Garner and Paul Schneider. On its surface the film is about Lars, a young man played by Gosling, who develops a relationship (platonic!) with an anatomically correct doll. In reality it's about family, friends and small town values. It's a quirky, funny and touching movie with a very positive message. ** Light Refreshments will be served and there will be a great discussion after the film. Our regular Wine Down Wednesday Happy Hours are the second Wednesday of each month. Bring your favorite appetizer to share with your neighbors. BYOB or your favorite beverage. We will provide coffee and soft drinks. A light brunch will be served; bagels & cream cheese & trimmings, muffins, juice, fruit etc. There is no charge but tickets are required and can be picked up in the Center Office. Join your neighbors for a yummy Sunday brunch! Play a few games of Bingo with your friends and Neighbors on the third Friday each month in the Community Center auditorium. Have fun and win prizes! **Bring a donation for the Food Drive and receive a additional Bingo card. Saturday December 10th 5:30 PM ONCC Holiday Party Wednesday December 14th 5:30 PM Wine Down Wednesday Happy Hour Office Closed 11/24 11/27 Center Closed 11/24 H A P P Y T H A N K S G I V I N G!! Join us for our 2016 Community Center Holiday Party, Saturday December 10th at 5:30 PM in the auditorium. Just bring your favorite holiday entrée or side dish to share with neighbors. Coffee, tea & dessert will be provided. Entertainment by Joel Reese! Pick up your tickets at the Center Office and don t forget to bring a food donation or gift for the Angel Tree. Our regular Wine Down Wednesday Happy Hours are the second Wednesday of each month. Bring your favorite appetizer to share with your neighbors. BYOB or your favorite beverage. We will provide coffee and soft drinks. A great way to meet your neighbors! Don t forget to bring a food donation or gift for the Angel Tree Friday December 16th 2:00 PM ONCC Bingo! Play a few games of Bingo with your friends and Neighbors on the third Friday each month in the Community Center auditorium. Have fun and win prizes! **Bring a donation for the Food Drive and receive an additional Bingo card. 12/ Office Closed 12/25 Center Closed 1/2/2017 Office Closed H a p p y H o l i d a y s!

12 November December 2016 Page 12 JOIN US FOR OUR 2016 COMMUNITY CENTER HOLIDAY PARTY SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10TH AT 5:30 PM IN THE CENTER AUDITORIUM GET YOUR TICKETS IN CENTER OFFICE BRING AN ENTRÉE OR SIDE DISH Desserts Coffee and Tea will be provided Entertainment by Joel Reese See you there!! Our Holiday Food Drive begins in November! Each year our food drive has been very successful. So Look for the large donation barrels in front of the Auditorium again this year. All contributions to the food drive are donated to Interfaith Community Services THANK YOU! The Angel Giving Tree Has returned to Oaks North Community Center! Please take a moment and help make a VERY MERRY Christmas for someone in need. Stop by the Center Office and pick up an Angel Tag & Instructions Bring your gift to the Center office by December 18th. Thank You!