The Oak Leaf. Monthly Newsletter of Olivedale Senior Center

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1 Monthly Newsletter of Olivedale Senior Center The Oak Leaf December 2013 Volume 41,, Issue 12 Trashy Woman They are all shook up. Olivedale was well represented at the Fairfield County Fair. The Boot Scooters started at 11:00a at the Grand Stand. The dancers entertained with Elvis moves to Jail House Rock and then proceeded to reveal Why I Like My Women A Little On Olivedale Boot Scooters the Trashy Side. All the groups made Olivedale proud. In the little white church was the very popular Olivedale Kitchen Band. After greeting the crowd with their starting song Hello, they performed their many old time favorites including some of the best jokes ever in between. Humor and singing songs that are old but never forgotten, are some of the reasons why this group is so loved. They placed a bonnet on Don Lemley s head and sang Baby Face to get him in the act. They closed their program with He s got the cutest little baby patriotic tunes, waving their flags with honor. As the Kitchen Band exited the church, Olivedale Kitchen Band the Happy Harps started their show. This group is made up of men and women who like to play harmonicas. With the help of a keyboard, guitar, spoons and harpsichord this group entertained with gospel and folk tunes that always delight. The fair is a wonderful place to view Olivedale s wonderful entertainment groups all in one stop. See you next year! Olivedale Happy Harps

2 Page 2 The Oak Leaf December 2013 Come Dance with Us (Unless Otherwise Noted) OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (MUST BE 18 YRS OR OLDER) ADMISSION $4 NO Carry-In Refreshments Food and Drink Available for Purchase Kitchen Opens 6:00p ~~~Dance 7:00p 10:00p Saturday December 14 Nostalgics Christmas Dinner Dance Saturday December 28 Jack Fox Band New Years Eve Eve Dance Saturday January 11 TNT Line, Round, Square Dancing COMMUNITY NEWS Bus Donation Thanks Standing Stone Bret & Peggie Rice South Central Power Olivedale Quilt Charms Olivedale Veterans Paul & Marilyn Morris Dr. Thomas Strenger Nancy Conrad Mary Jenkins Richard O Leary Trust Gary & Kathy Jenkins The Red Glad Hatters Jerry & Barbara Mason Esther Messerknecht Gary & Charlene Rowley Joann Sullivan & Homestead Center Wellness Center Westerville, Ohio. Please call Sheila Jacobs at if you are interested. Lancaster Parks News Alley Park Mon. 7:30p Line Dance Tues, 6:30p Advanced Tai Chi~ 7:30p Beginner s 1st & 3rd Wed. 7:00p Pickin in the Park Santa & Friends at Alley Park Dec. 12, 13, :00pm FREE to Public 2014 Tax Aides It is getting to be that time of year again. AARP is once again in need of volunteers who would like to assist at Olivedale in completing IRS tax forms for the 2013 tax year. There will be a new volunteer orientation on December 16 in Holiday Fun Night - December 5 6:30p-8:00pm FREE EVENT An evening of ornament making for the whole family. These ornaments will be placed on the center donation tree during our Santa In the Park program. Hot chocolate and smores too!! Presenter: Park OE Staff OLIVEDALE SENIOR CENTER Is a part of Lancaster Parks & Recreation Steve Gayfield, Superintendent of Parks Carla Young, Olivedale Park Manager The elected Board of Directors represent the members of Olivedale. They welcome all comments from the membership. Please feel free to approach any of the listed Directors to express your concerns or write them down and place them in the Board suggestion box located inside the front entrance. If you are not sure how to get in touch with a board member, please ask at the office. Olivedale Board of Directors Meets every 2nd Wednesday at 1:00p. Meetings open to all members. Larry Wentz, President John Swank, Vice President Ruth Wilcox, Secretary Karen Sanner, Treasurer Tom Corbin, Legal Advisor Jim Martin, Past President Jim Agosta Jim Barnhart Marsha Bowsher Peg Clifford Joe Fox Jon Noice Fritz Prosch Georgia Roebuck

3 December 2013 The Oak Leaf Page 3 Goodbye to 2013 As the end of the year approaches and reflection is inevitable, please remember that angels are not the cherub visions depicted in books and magazines, but rather the kind faces of friends or family that help even though not asked or give a smile to lift someone s spirits. Angels come in all sizes and shapes and might be complete strangers. Make a new year resolution to be the best angel possible and know that angels aren t always sent from heaven, but sometimes from across the street. Coffee Club ~ New Don t forget the monthly financial discussion group meeting held here at Olivedale the first Friday of every month. December s meeting will be on Friday, December 6 and all are invited to join in, free coffee and donuts are provided. Contact Allison Spangler, with FNB Investment Team at with questions. 2nd Tuesday Lunch Join us for good food, fellowship and fun as Olivedale celebrates its Holiday 2nd Tuesday Lunch on December 10. Enjoy a meal of succulent roast pork, savory scalloped potatoes, deliciously colorful green & gold beans, roll and dessert for only $5 per person. Reservations must be made by Friday, December 6, and serving starts at 11:30a. COMMUNICATION CORNER EATING AT OLIVEDALE Tax time is right around the corner and some contemplate ways to donate that will benefit an organization that serves the community as well as provides a way to looking after your bottom line. Please remember that Olivedale is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. Therefore, all donations and gifts are tax deductable. Don t forget the fundraiser at Lancaster Greenhouse December 7 & 8. Coupons are available on-line or at the front desk. Pancake Breakfast The weather outside is frightful, but the pancakes are sooo delightful! Enjoy all the pancakes you can eat served with bacon, juice, coffee or tea for only $3.50 per person on Wednesday, December 18. Extra sides are available for just.50 ea., with breakfast being served from 7:30a-11:00a. and it s open to the public. Be sure to stop by Granny s Attic while you re here, you just might find that last minute Christmas gift you re looking for. Waffle Breakfast Stop by on Thursdays between 8:00a - 10:00a for a tasty Belgium waffle breakfast. For only $3 per person, you re served waffles, juice, toast and coffee with an array of toppings for your waffles. Open to the public.

4 Page 4 The Oak Leaf December 2013 Classes And More Ballroom Dance ~ The FoxTrot Have you ever watched an old Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers movie and thought I would love to learn how to dance like that! Well now s your chance, because the month of January brings the Foxtrot to Olivedale s ballroom dance class. This beautiful, romantic dance is characterized by continuous flowing movements across the dance floor, with a combination of slow steps which uses two beats of music, and quick steps, which use one beat of music. With the supervision of our instructor Stan, you ll be ready to give Fred and Ginger a run for their money. Class begins at 1:00p every Friday, no partner required and only $5 per lesson, payable at the office before class. **PLEASE NOTE** December s ballroom class, for the FoxTrot will be held on December 6, 13 and 20 th only. Basket Class - Pocket Basket You are going to fall in love with December s Pocket Basket. This 6" x 8" (overall length) basket will be the perfect accent piece to hang on a wall or on your front door with Christmas greenery. An adorable Christmas tree adorns the front. Class will be on Monday, December 9 and don t hesitate to sign up there will be only one class offered and class is limited to 16 students. The class begins at 9:00a and the cost is $26 due on class day. Please register for the class by Friday, December 6. Call in advance if you need to cancel so you will not be charged for the prepared material. Card Making Class Come join us this month in making a decorated gift card holder and 2 small decorated gifts (containing candy and chocolate). The small gifts would be great to give to friends or put in a Christmas stocking. There are two different classes you can sign up for, Thursday, December 12 at 11:00a or Tuesday, December 17 at 2:00p. All supplies are furnished. You must register and pay the class fee of $6 by either Monday, December 9 for the Thursday class or Friday, December 13 for the Tuesday class. If you cancel after the December 9th or 13th registration or don t show up for class, your class fee will not be refunded. Class is limited to 12 participants. Painting With Deb December s class will be a canvas painting of a snow scene. Join Deb Wilson as she teaches the techniques of creating your own masterpiece. Class will be on Monday, December 16 at 6:00p. All supplies are furnished and the cost is $21 per person. Reservations and payment for the class must be made by December 11. Class is limited to 7 participants. Hand Bell Choir Don t forget Hand Bell Practice at Olivedale every Wednesday at 9:00a. Polynesian Dance Class ~ NEW Jeanne Beach would like to share her knowledge and love of island dancing with Olivedale members. Jeanne has taught Polynesian dance for 30 years to all ages, 4 and up. Polynesian dances like the Hawaiian traditional and modern hula, Tahitian, Samoan, and Maori poi ball will be taught once a week. Those interested please leave your name by December 9 to see if we have enough interest to make this new FUN class happen. 24-Hour Nurse On-Site Independently Owned / Alzheimer s Care Call Today to Schedule Your Personal Tour! (740)

5 May December Page Page 5 5 December Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Coming Dec. 7 & 88:00a Pool Sign Up Beg9:00a Blood Pressure 9:00a Bell Choir 8:00a - 10:00a Deadline for January Lancaster Lancaster 10:00a Tatting 9:45a Depart Easto 9:30a Clogging Class Waffle Breakfast Newsletter Greenhouse Greenhouse 11:00a Beg Line Dance11:00a Adv Line Dance 10:45a Bible Study 8:00a Trip Sign- up Beg 9:30a Coffee Club Fundraiser Fundraiser 12:30p Artists Hour 12:00p Rambling Design1:00p Euchre 9:00a Quilt Charms 11:00a Line Dance Get a coupon on- line Pick up a coupon 1:00p Bridge 12:30p Dominoes 2:00p Christmas@O10:00a Crafters 1:00p Poker Plants, Flowers at the office or 1:00p Cribbage 1:00p Bridge 6:00p Happy Harps 10:00a Woodcarvers 1:00p Ball Room Graveblankets print one on- line at 1:00p Veterans 1:00p Pinochle 7:30p Line Dance 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Hand & Foot and more olivedale.com 5:00p Euchre 1:00p Bingo :00a Basket Class 9:00a Blood Pressure 9:00a Bell Choir 8:00a - 10:00a 11:00a Line Dance Lancaster 10:00a Tatting & Blood Glucose Cks 9:30a Clogging Class Waffle Breakfast 12:00p Red 7:00p - 10:00p Greenhouse 11:00a Beg Line Dance10 :15 a De pa rt 10:45a Bible Study 9:00a Quilt Charms Lancaster Country Clu Dinner Dance Fundraiser 12:30p Artists Hour Aladdin Shrine 1:00p Euchre 10:00a Crafters 1:00p Poker Nostalgics Get a coupon on- line1:00p Bridge 11:00a Adv Line Dance 6:00p Happy Harps 11:00a Card Class 1:00p Ball Room Plants, Flowers 1:00p Cribbage 11:3 0 a - 12 :3 0 p 7:30p Line Dance 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Hand & Foot Graveblankets 2nd Tuesday Lunch 1:00p Bingo and more 12:30p Dominoes 1:00p Bridge 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Travel Buddies 2:00p Coin Auction 5:00p Euchre :00a Tatting 9:00a Blood Pressure 7:30a - 11:00a 8:00a - 10:00a 9:00a Hospice Class 11:00a Beg Line Dance9:30a Depart OglebP ancake Breakfast & Waffle Breakfast 9:30 Clogging Class 12:30p Artists Hour & Whe eling Downs 9:00a Bell Choir 9:00a Quilt Charms 11:00a Line Dance 1:00p Bridge 11:00a Adv Line Dance 10:45a Bible Study 10:00a Crafters 1:00p Poker 1:00p Cribbage 12:30p Dominoes 1:00p Euchre 11:00a Card Class 1:00p Ball Room 1:00p Veterans 1:00p Bridge 7:30p Line Dance 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Hand & Foot 6:00p Paint w/deb 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Bingo 2:00p Card Class 5:00p Euchre NL Folding 9:00a Blood Pressure Olivedale Closed 9:00a Quilt Charms 11:00a Line Dance 10:00a Tatting 11:00a Adv Line Dance 10:00a Crafters 1:00p Poker 7:00p - 10:00p 11:00a Beg Line Dance Olivedale Closing 10:00a Woodcarvers 1:00p No Ball Room New Years Eve Eve 12:30p Artists Hour at 12:00p 1:00p Pinochle 1:00p Hand & Foot Jack Fox Band 1:00p Bridge 1:00p Bingo 1:00p Cribbage :00a Tatting 9:00a Blood Pressure 11:00a Beg Line Dance11:00a Adv Line Dance 12:30p Artists Hour 12:30p Dominoes 1:00p Bridge 1:00p Bridge 1:00p Cribbage 1:00p Pinochle Olivedale Closing at 5:00p Monthly PUZZLE Puzzle Rules: The person(s) who calls the office on December 1st with the correct answer to the puzzle will be entered into a drawing for two tickets to an Olivedale Pancake Breakfast Answer to December puzzle: Safety in numbers. Winner: Katie Carpenter t l o b

6 Page 6 The Oak Leaf December 2013 W A T E R Wellness Center Pool Schedule Summer Classes December 9 February 15 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 7:00 Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool 8:00 Aqua Challenge Aqua Challenge Aqua Challenge Aqua Challenge Aqua Challenge 9:00 Pump & Jump Silver Splash Pump & Jump Silver Splash Pump & Jump 10:00 Light Aerobics Light Aerobics Light Aerobics Light Aerobics Light Aerobics 11:00 Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Foundation C L A S S E S 12:00 Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool 1:00 Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics 2:00 Water Workout Water Workout Water Workout Water Workout Water Workout 3:00 Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool 4:00 Strength & Flexibility Walk and Talk Strength & Flexibility Walk and Talk Close at 4:30 5:00 Light Aerobics Water Workout Light Aerobics Water Workout XX 6:00 Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool Open Pool XX 7:00 Arthritis Foundation Open Pool Arthritis Foundation Open Pool XX Exercise Classes WELLNESS CENTER HOURS Monday-Thursday 7:00a 8:00p Friday 7:00a 4:30p Class attendance in the Aerobic Room is limited to 20 participants. Aerobics Interval Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00a 9:00a Lite Aerobics Tues, Thurs 10:00a 11:00a Pilates Fit Mon, Wed, Fri 9:10a 10:00a Muscle Strength Range Mon, Wed of Motion (MSROM) 10:15a 11:00a Strength & Balance Tues, Thurs 9:00a 10:00a Yoga Stretch Zumba / Chair Asst. Strength Zumba Zumba/Tone it up Fri 11:00a 12:00p Tues, Thurs 6:00p 7:00p Tue, Thurs 11:00a 12:00P Fri 10:15 11:00 Tues, 7:00-7:45P Aerobics/Tone It Up Thur 7:00-7:45P Orientations by appointment only Wellness Center Maintenance Shutdown The Wellness Center will be closed January 6, through January 20, 2014 for yearly maintenance. Silver Sneakers members are encouraged to utilize the Family Y for their fitness needs during this time. Olivedale Wellness members who are not currently enrolled in Silver Sneakers may participate in the Wellness Center and Open Pool at the Y by showing their Olivedale membership card and paying a $2.00 fee. The Y schedules will be available at both the front desk and the Wellness Center at Olivedale. Start the New Year off on the right foot! The Olivedale Wellness Center will be open as usual through January 3, Water classes will resume on January 20 and run through February 15, Pool sign up begins Monday, December 2. Remember to pick up a sign-up form at the office

7 December 2013 Page 7 The Oak Leaf Activities at Olivedale Rambling Designers Garden Club Rambling Designers Garden Club will meet December 3 at 12:00 noon at Olivedale. This is the annual Christmas Party; food, games, and gifts!! Members are asked to bring an appropriate gift for the Christmas game. For further information, contact or Coin Club The Olivedale Coin Club will hold its quarterly auction on Tuesday, December 10 at 2:00p in the Rosebank Room. Coins and currency may be previewed at 1:00p. There will be a nice variety of over 150 items up for auction to the lucky bidder. Come pick out a silver dollar or buffalo nickel for a Christmas present for your grandchildren. Contact Steve at for further information on the auction or membership in the club. Olivedale Singles ~ December Lunch Schedule Wednesday, Dec. 4-11:30a. at Red Lobster Tuesday, Dec :30a. at Olive Garden Tuesday, Dec :30a. at Todd s Mtn. View Monday, Dec :30a. at IHOP Monday, Dec :00 NOON meet at Dave Dolle s house for a pot luck lunch. Coffee and table service will be provided. Bring one of your favorite foods. 578 Lynwood Lane ( ) Red Glad Hatters The Red Glad Hatters Christmas gathering will be December 13 at 12:00 noon at the Lancaster Country Club. Cost; $20.00, tip and tax included. The meal will consist of either Chicken or fish, roasted potato s, green beans, salad and dessert. Please have reservation money and choice of meat to Sue Stoughton ( ) NO later than December 6th. Bring canned goods to be donated to the food pantry. Also, bring a Christmas treat costing no more than $7.00 for a gift exchange. Quilt Charms All Quilt Charms, please have your lap robes, shrugs, sweatshirts, etc., you have made for the nursing homes turned in by December 5. We will be enjoying our Charms Christmas dinner party at Olivedale on December 12. Happy New Year to All! Travel Buddies Travel Buddies will be meeting at 1:00p Tuesday, December 10 in the Oak Room. New people are always welcomed. Military Veterans of Olivedale This time of year we seem to come down with a condition called stay at home where it is warm. The best known medicine to combat this condition is called OLIVEDALE. There are so many activities here, you can t do them all in one day. One of the many groups that meet at Olivedale is the military veterans. We meet on the first and third Monday of each month at 1:00p., downstairs in the newly remodeled Rosebank room. Our goal is to remain proud and be there for each other in time of need. Come share an hour with us. Questions, contact John Swank (Commander) Clogging Join us on Wednesdays from 9:30a to 10:30a for clogging class. $2 is due on class day. Walkers Club We will meet at Olive Garden for lunch on Thursday, December 5 at 11:00am. Call Larry at for reservations.

8 Page 8 The Oak Leaf December 2013 Charolette Anders Ricardo & Lynn Barboza Bonnie Beougher Dawn Boyer D L Chandler Patricia Ciripompa Robert Davis Stanley & Judy Edwards Robert & Ladonna Good Dawn Gray Deborah Harr Member Information Welcome New Members! David & Gerry Hartman Jeanie Hughes Patricia Leohner Jim McCoy Bonnie Miller Donald Ogg Carol Pasco Jean Ritchey Kathleen Roberts Carol Schleich David Shy Deborah Smith Greg Smith Stephen & Linda Smith Cindy Snider Rebecca Snider Carl Stuart Elaine Tatman Jo Violand Dennis & Cecelia West Judy Woods Janet Zinaich \Ç `xåéüç Éy Barbara Manifold Davis Hershel Darwin Keller G. Kenny Mohler Junior E. Phillips Wilda J. Heft Current as of November 14, 2013 Display Case~Angels Among Us We start the new year with a lovely display of angels provided by Barb Grunkemeyer. Barb s collections of angels began after tragically loosing her 9 year old granddaughter during open heart surgery. That Christmas in honor of her granddaughter Sarah who was born at Christmas; Barb decided to display a small tree with seven small angels adorning it. Before Christmas arrived, family, friends, fellow members and just caring people started dropping off angels for Sarah s Tree. Every year after the collection has grown and has blessed Barb and her family with the knowledge that even though their little Angel Sarah is gone, there are still angels among us. Christmas at Olivedale Hopefully, remembering to make a reservation for the Christmas at Olivedale event Wednesday, December 4 at 2:00p was first on the Christmas list. The Olivedale Bell Choir will ring in the holiday season with music, fun and, of course, dessert. Sample mouth watering sweets while playing holiday games and more. Be an Olivedale Board Member The Olivedale Board of Directors meet once a month to discuss Olivedale financials and future endeavors. If asked, please consider a two year term to be the voice of other members. Myths Busters Regarding Hospice Hospice of Central Ohio presents Ethical Issues in Palliative Care and Refocused Hope. Participants will learn information that will facilitate resolution of ethical dilemmas. Listen to information on preventative ethics and gain basic understanding of hospice services and how not to choose hospice too late. December 20 at 9:00a, Hospice will be joined by an FMC representative and an attorney to discuss ways to avoid making decisions last minute Wood Carver Show Pictures These pictures are just a taste of the talent displayed this year at the Wood Carvers Show. Pictured left is Jack with his working wood clock. Fabulous! JANUARY NEWSLETTER REMINDER Deadline Friday, December 6, 2013 Newsletter folding Monday, December 23, 2013

9 December 2013 December Trip Reminders: Easton Mall Shopping Trip 12/3/13 Hollywood Christmas - Aladdin Shrine 12/10/13 Wheeling Downs-Oglebay Park 12/17/13 February Trip Sign-Ups Start Friday, Jan. ****JANUARY TRIP SIGN UP *** FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6 The Oak Leaf Day Trips Ohio Glass Museum Tour Spend the day locally on Wednesday, January 15 as we set off for a full day of activities at the Ohio Glass Museum here in Lancaster. Enjoy a tour of this lovely facility with all its exquisite displays of glassware, then sit back and enjoy a film that depicts the history of the glass manufacturing industry in our community. The highlight of our trip will be the opportunity for each person to create their own blown glass ornament. You will be able to pick the colors you want to apply to the glass and with the help of an instructor you will see the piece take shape as you add the air to inflate your very own ornament. A glass hook will be added to the ornament and then the ornament will have to be annealed. We will have the ornaments here at Olivedale the next day for pickup. You will also receive a nice stand with a hook so you can display your beautiful creation year-round. A box lunch from Annie s Bistro will also be provided with a total price of $43 per person for this totally fun-filled day. We will be departing at 11:00a and due to not knowing how many members will participate which will influence our return, we are guessing around 3:00p. IKEA/Jungle Jim s Take a ride on the Fun Bus as we travel to Cincinnati Ohio for a full day at IKEA and Jungle Jim s International Market on Thursday, February 20. Our first stop will be at IKEA a Swedish Company that specializes in ready to assemble furniture, appliances, and home accessories. The company's philosophy is based on five elements: form, function, quality, sustainability and a low price. You will be amazed as you walk through this truly unique store and will probably find a bargain or two to take home. The next stop will be at Jungle Jim s International Market, a 6-acre Food Lover s Paradise. You will explore the miles of aisles while knowledgeable tour guides lead you on a FUN-filled Food Safari. Take a break and relax as you enjoy lunch at Oscar s Event Center, which will feature products available at Jungle Jim s. After lunch teams will be put together for a competitive scavenger hunt all over the store. Each team will have a list of products and answers to find throughout the store, prizes are awarded to the winning team. After the hunt, time will be provided so you can purchase any goodies that caught your eye while touring the store. A full day of activities, transportation and lunch is yours for only $73 per person. Departing at 8:00am and returning at 6:00pm. Spring 2014 Vacation Page 9 A Little Bit Country A Little Bit Rock & Roll Time s a-wastin! Anyone interested in our fabulously fun-filled trip to Nashville and Memphis Tennessee must have their deposit in by December 16, You don t want to miss out on this 5 days and 4 nights truly unique vacation. Enjoy lunch and a show aboard the General Jackson Showboat. Tour the Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium and the Gaylord Opryland Resort. There will be free time to explore downtown Nashville and dining experiences at the Hermitage House Smorgasbord and the Wild Horse Saloon (which includes country line dancing lessons ). Your last evening in Nashville will be spent enjoying a show at the Grand Ole Opry. Tour Graceland, home of Elvis Presley, the Elvis Presley Museum along with a tour of his own private jet planes. A quick stop to see the march of the ducks at the grand Peabody Hotel then off to dinner at the Kings BBQ Palace located on the infamous Beale Street. Rates with insurance are: double $1,082.50, triple$1,006.50, quad $ & single $1, Payment in full by January 31, Departs on Sunday, April 13 and returns Thursday, April 17, Thank you...thank you very much!!!

10 Olivedale Senior Citizens of Fairfield County 253 Boving Road Lancaster, OH PH: FX: Website: Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Permit 57 Lancaster, OH Renewal Notice S-Z Due January 1 $12 Per Person Per Year DECEMBER 2013 The elves working hard at Olivedale wish members, family and community friends a blessed and joyful Christmas and New Year. May the sounds and smells of the season bring warmth, peace and happiness to all. Hope to see you in 2014.