President s Message June 2016

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1 NEWSLETTER JUNE Edition P.O. Box South Dennis, MA NEXT MEETING June 9, 2016 Meetings are the second Thursday of each month (except during December, July & August) at the Dennis Senior Center, 1045 Rt. 134, East Dennis at 1:30 PM. (The Executive Committee meets at 12:15.) President s Message June 2016 Well I think Spring is finally here. We met a long-time Cape resident the other day and said, "you do know what "Winter/ Spring is on Cape Cod don t you?" I said, " I guess", in which she said January, February, March, March, March, June. Go figure. We now look forward to the flower beds all planted and vegetable s starting to pop up and the yard all pruned and mulched. Soon the bridges will slowly back up and as we all know our quiet serenity will slowly pass to a more hectic Summer mode. That s not a bad thing as guests come, grandchildren look forward to visiting the beach and the Cape Cod Baseball starts a tradition that takes us back to a more peaceful time. A few members asked me if I was going to test them again next month. I said was it a bad thing and he said no I just want to be ready just in case. So not to disappoint you amateur historians out there I could have a few more up my sleeve. Our first Summer event is coming. Look for the flyer as we start to move our events to the next level. 103 rd Cape Cod Canal Tour with lunch and glass museum tour. A good way to entertain some guests on July 28 th (continued on page 2)

2 (President s message continued) As I was watching my granddaughter receive her degree from Bridgewater University this month I started reflecting on how strong willed our young people are and their goals and future. So not to disappoint you history nuts taken from The Mayflower Quarterly Sept The fact that there were girls on the Mayflower was remarkable given the views of the time. Most of the Pilgrims felt that the bodies of girls were too weak to make the voyage on the Mayflower, and felt that girls were not strong enough to survive the hardships of building a colony. Because of this, most parents decided to leave the girls behind in England or Holland, and would send for them later once everything was built and more comfortable. Despite the general belief that girls were weaker, 11 girls, ranging in ages from 1-17, did make the voyage on the Mayflower with their families. And perhaps more surprisingly, young girls proved to have the strongest bodies of all: the first winter, 75% of the adult women died,50% of the men died, 36% of the boys died, but only two girls (18%) died. With that I leave you, and will see you at the June meeting. I wish you all and your families a wonderful Summer season. George Cappola June Meeting - Guest Speaker We are delighted to have Patrice Carroll LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) speaking to us this month. Patrice is the manager of Praeder-Willi Syndrome (PWS) services for both children and adults at Latham Centers in Brewster, MA. PWS is a rare genetic disorder dealing with chromosome 15. Patrice received her Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Simmons College and is deeply involved in both national and international organizations that work with children and adults diagnosed with PWS. Latham Centers is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization that was founded in 1970 to provide residential care, education, and treatment for children ages 8-22 and is located in Brewster, MA. They serve intellectually disabled girls and boys with special needs as well as children and adults with Praeder-Willi Syndrome whether you live nearby in Massachusetts, in New York, or elsewhere. Latham Centers have developed a range of lifestyle options where students study and live at residences at their school in Brewster, MA and have now also established supporting nearby off-cape residences.

3 RMC Sunshine Committee Euclid (Uke) Piedra is the Chairman of our Sunshine Committee. His mission is to communicate with infirmed members, or in the case of death, with the deceased s family, on behalf of the RMC. If you have ever received a card from him, you know what an outstanding job he does, putting in the extra effort to enhance your day, when you need it most. If you know of any member of RMC who is in need of cheering up due to an illness or prolonged recovery, or of a member that has passed, please contact Uke at: euclidpiedra1@gmail.com or /16 RMC BOWLING LEAGUE June REPORT Bowling ended with a banquet at the Riverway, in Yarmouth, and I hope all had a good time, with a fine meal. If anyone did NOT enjoy the feast, please advise me, via , for future reference. Congrats to the first place team (Ken Young, captain, G.Anastas, J.McMahon, R.Charette, R.Perrier, F.Petti ). A HUGE thanx to the Committee (George Cappola and Ron Perrier for check -in and sub assignment, Bruce Scott for taking care of the Treasury, and Wayne Newcomer for the 50/50 raffle. ALL worked harder than the Chairman. Thanx also to those that volunteered for next year: Cappola/Perrier for check-in, Tom Hickey, with able assistance form Bill McElhenney Treasurer, and Wayne Newcomer/Bill Zellers 50/50 raffle. Jack Puleo

4 June Membership Report With four new members and one former member added, and three members who passed away, we now have 346 members in the club. New members: Robert J. Janek Betty Ann Diane drive South Yarmouth, MA Stephen Kessler Barbara Whittier Dr. Dennis, MA Burton Neiterman Rozanne Four Seasons Dr. South Yarmouth, MA Dennis Baniewicz Diane Pollock Rip Road South Yarmouth, MA Former member added: Gary Lahey Peggy Wild Hunter Rd. Dennis, MA (Continued, next page)

5 (Membership news, continued from previous page) Deaths: Fred Moriarty, who was 82, passed away this past month. Fred had been a member since Edward Wojnar, who was 89, passed away this past month and was a member since John Yosgandes, who was 90, passed way and had been a member since Membership booklets were handed out during the April and May meetings. The remainder of booklets will be mailed to those not attending those meetings. Ken Lyman Membership Chairman Chess Anyone? If there are any chess players out there, in the Retired Mens Club, a few of us guys play chess every Thursday, between noon and 4:00pm, at the Orleans Senior Center on Rock Harbor road in Orleans (near Rock Harbor). Please contact Doug Bernard at for any questions regarding the Thursday chess playing.

6 RMC Golf News Cranberry Valley Golf Course May 2, 2016 *************************************************************************************************************************************************** Captain's Starboard Golf Course May 9, 2016 Format: Quota 21 Teams 78 Players First Place (20 over) * J. Vanderlinden (87) R. Christiansen (98) George Levesque (95) Ron Ahern (94) Second Place (20 over) George Sarto (83) Dennis Callaghan (98) Tim Mahoney (93) Tom Pakula (97) Third Place (13 over)* James Crowley (92) Bob Conroy (90) Tom Calise (100) Joe MacLelland (94) *- Tie Breaker- 1st Handicap Hole Low Gross Bill Farrow (80) George Sarto (83) Closest to the Pin Hole # 2 Frank Melanson Hole # 17 Louis Visco

7 Hyannis Country Club May 16, 2016 Format: Teams 84 Players First Place (26 under) David Scott (91) David Hughes (98) Bob Heon (99) Jack Puleo (104) Second Place (24 under)* Gary Lombard(91) Steve Kokernak (91) Ken Young (101) Don Ginnerty (103) Third Place (24 under) Bill Farrow (85) Bruce Betts (91) Jerry Mader (89) John Marhevka (107) *- Tie Breaker- 1st Handicap Hole Low Gross John Vanderlinden (78) Chick Merchand (82) Closest to the Pin Hole # 7 Roger Sherman Hole # 15 John Vanderlinden ********************************************************************************************** Dennis Highlands GC May 23, 2016 Format: One Best Ball (A/B) 22 Teams 87 Players "A" Division First Place (23 under) Bob Greiss (81) Walt Kangas (86) George Levesque (85) Bob Moran (86) "A" Division Second Place (22 under) Dennis Toland (79) Fred Leger (84) Bruce Betts (80) Art Rochelle (81) "B" Division First Place (20 under) Dennis Callaghan (84) Gary Merton (93) Fred Venezia (92) Roy Arsenault (100) "B" Division Second Place (19 under) * Ken Driscoll (96) Bill Howland (89) Don Proudman (87) Tom Pakula (92) *- Tie Breaker- 2nd Handicap Hole Low Gross "A" Division Bill Farrow (77) "B" Division Dennis Callahan (84) Closest to the Pin Hole # 3 Don Proudman Hole # 9 Fred Venezia

8 Previews of Coming Attractions June 16th Spring Dinner/Dance Sea View Restaurant Dancing to: Hazy, Hot & Humid (See signup flyer in this newsletter) July 28th Cape Cod Canal Cruise Bus Transportation Sandwich Glass Museum Buffet Lunch at Daniel Webster Inn Two hour Canal Cruise By Silver Fox Tours (See signup flyer in this newsletter) September (TBD) Clambake! (See flyer next month) At Swan River Restaurant (Continued, next page)

9 (... yet MORE Coming Attractions continued from previous page) November (TBD) Casino Trip (If requested) November (TBD) Plimouth Plantation Day Trip With Thanksgiving Dinner! December (TBD) Luncheon/Brunch at a Local Restaurant

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12 SIGN UP SHEET Cape Cod Canal s 103rd Anniversary Tour!!! Tour Cost: $79.00 Per Person Tour Date: July 28, 2016 (Thursday) Member and Guest Names Send checks (payable to RMC), and this completed form to: Charlie Jones, 56 Settlers Lane, South Dennis MA Checks must be received by June 25 th Guests welcome In event of sell out Members and their spouses/partners/significant others have priority Fifty-four passenger limit based on date payment is received.

13 ... In case that you missed the May meeting the minutes thereof... Regular Meeting Held at the Dennis Senior Center May 12, Members Presrnt Meeting was called to order at 1:30 PM by President Cappola Jack Puleo led members in Pledge of Allegiance then sang My Country tis of Thee. President Capolla led a moment of silence for the recent deaths of two club members Edward Wojnar and Fred Moriarty. Jack Hudson gave the Financial Report. Current balance $9, Jack told a better joke this week. Dennis Toland read the April Members Meeting minutes. Ken Lyman introduced two new members. Bob Janek and Ken Driscoll. We now have 343 members. Booklets will be mailed to members that don t pick up in April, May or June meeting. Ken noted the RMCC hats are still for sale at $10. Sal Mazzarini noted there were some golf items left at the courses we recently played. He also has cash prizes from last year, if not collected will be turned back to the club. Sal also explained the decision to not refund members $12 for the Cranberry Valley semi washout. Sal wants to maintain a good relationship with CV. The course was open and he felt it was important to compensate the course. Jack Puleo discussed the upcoming banquet at the Riverway. There are several options for next year that Jack will discuss at the banquet. (Meeting Minutes - continued, next page)

14 (May Meeting Minutes continued) Charlie Jones discussed upcoming club events. Looking for more response to the June 16 Dinner Dance at the Seaview restaurant. Charlie also reported on the member survey on desired trips. He spoke of several potential events. The cancelled picnic has been replaced by a clambake at the Swan River Restaurant. Members showed interest in a Boston Pops outing. Charlie will research dates and prices. Dick Coughlin introduced today s speaker Michael Lauf, President and CEO of Cape Cod Healthcare. Mr Lauf gave a very interesting talk on his company as well as insight into healthcare in general. Raffle Total $324 1st prize $97 2 nd prize $65 Meeting adjourned at 2:55 Respectfully submitted Dennis Toland, Co-Secretary

15 The Retired Men s Club of Cape Cod wishes to thank the following supporters of our annual Membership booklet:

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