Monthly Newsletter of Olivedale Senior Center. The Oak Leaf. November 2018

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1 Monthly Newsletter of Olivedale Senior Center The Oak Leaf November 2018 Volume, Issue

2 Page 2 The Oak Leaf November 2018 (Unless Otherwise Noted) OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (MUST BE 18 YRS OR OLDER) ADMISSION $5 NO Carry-In Refreshments - Dinner Menu, Refreshments and Drinks Available for Purchase Doors Open 6:00p ~ Dance 7:00p 10:00p Saturday, November 3 T.N.T. Round, Line & Square Dancing Everyday Divinity - Foot and Toe Care Everyday Divinity will be at Olivedale monthly, providing 30 minute foot care treatments for $30. Call the office at to schedule an appointment. Tax Volunteers Wanted Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Join the Olivedale tax team by contacting Sheila Jacobs at No experience required, training provided. We are also looking for a greeter for tax season. The greeter does need to complete some training, their role is to help assist with the initial sign in paperwork. Come Dance with Us Saturday, November 17 3C Highway Musical group playing the classics! love songs-dance numbers jazz-country-blues COMMUNITY NEWS Saturday, December 15 The Nostalgics Christmas Dinner Dance Saturday, December 29 Johnny Garber New Year Celebration Dance Election Day Remember that Tuesday, November 6 is election day and Olivedale is a precinct. Therefore, parking will be at a minimum and some activities may be in different locations. Lancaster Parks News Alley Park Fall Hike - November 4th 2:00p Hike leader will meet you in the front parking lot of Alley Park Pickin In The Park - 2nd & 4th Wednesday evenings 7:00p-9:00p at Alley Park in lower level. A jam session for players of all abilities & listeners welcome. Olivedale Park Mt. Pleasant Photo Club - 1st Thursday of ea. month at 7:00p Line Dance - Mondays 7:00p Open to dancers of any age. Class fee is $4 per person For more information on park events go to: lancasterparks.com or alleyparkoe@yahoo.com OLIVEDALE SENIOR CENTER Is a part of Lancaster Parks & Recreation Michael Tharp Jr., Superintendent of Parks Carla Young, Olivedale Park Manager Olivedale Board of Directors Meets every 3rd Wednesday at 11:00a. Meetings open to all members. The elected Board of Directors represent the members of Olivedale. They welcome comments from all members. 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. Peg Clifford, President Georgia Roebuck, Vice President Ruth Wilcox, Secretary Karen Sanner, Treasurer Tom Corbin, Legal Advisor Larry Wentz, Past President Debee Arnett Lewis Bell Rex Bentzinger Ronda Fahrer Joe Fox Sonja Hoffmann Charles Mandeville Connie Russell

3 November 2018 The Oak Leaf 29 Hour Give As reported previously, Olivedale recently established a fund with Fairfield County Foundation to facilitate a means to accept and grow generous donation gifts for long term financial objectives. In November the Foundation takes part in #GivingTuesday by holding a 29-Hour Give. Donor s wishing to donate to Olivedale s fund between 8:00a November 27 through 1:00p November 28 will have their donations matched by the Foundation. Page 3 COMMUNICATION CORNER The Fairfield County Foundation will award $29,000 in gifts, matching donations made during that period. Donations can only be made on-line at through the Donate Now link or in person at the Fairfield County Foundation office during the event s specific time and dates. Donations received through the mail will not count. Matching gifts will be distributed based on the percentage each fund receives of the total contributions made during the 29 hour period. Get Your Give On! Coffee Club Join us 9:00a on Friday, November 2 to discuss the economy and other investment topics. Contact Allison Spangler for questions. 2nd Tuesday Thanksgiving Dinner It s time to give thanks! The Olivedale Thanksgiving Holiday Feast will be on Tuesday, November 13 at 11:30a. The menu will consist of turkey and dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, succotash, dinner rolls, cranberry salad and pumpkin pie. This delicious Thanksgiving dinner for just $8, so be sure to make your reservation and payment by Friday, November 9. Reservations will be accepted up to 250 guests. Waffle Breakfast Join us for our WAFFLE BREAKFAST every Thursday. Breakfast includes waffles, sausage, juice, and coffee or tea, all for $4, served 8:00a- 10:00a. Open to the public. Please pay at the office. PANCAKE BREAKFAST & TOPPING BAR Join us on Wednesday, November 21, enjoy all you can eat pancakes served with all sorts of fun toppings, your choice of bacon or sausage, juice and coffee or tea all for only $5.00. Eggs are $1.00 and extra meat servings $2.00 each. Breakfast is served from 9:00a-12:00p. Open to the public. Granny s Attic will also be open with many donated items sold at yard sale prices. Pies For Sale Place your pie order at the front desk Monday thru Wednesday for pick up Friday after 1:00p. Choose from Amish cream, banana, coconut, apple, cherry, butterscotch, chocolate, peach, pineapple or pumpkin. Fruit pies $8.00, cream pies $10.00 pre-paid at time of order. Saturday Night Dances Keep Olivedale in mind when you make your Saturday night dance plans. Our kitchen opens at 6:00p on Saturday evenings when there is a scheduled dance. Food items and beverages are available for purchase.

4 Page 4 The Oak Leaf November 2018 Art Is 4 Every 1 Art is 4 Every 1 meets every Friday at 1:00p. The initial supply kit and class is $33 with follow-up classes only $20. Please call Patti Goltz to register for class at Ballroom Dance ~ Nite Club Slow Dance Our ballroom dance teacher Stan Campbell Place is an Olivedale long-time treasure. Stan began his professional career as a dancer on the stages of New York City. He expanded his skills and love of dance internationally. This month take advantage of his expertise instruction with a casual slow dance. It is relaxed, easy to do, and comfortable to learn. Join us on Fridays at 1:00p, no partner required and only $5 per lesson, to be prepaid at the office. Basket Class ~ Flat Wall Basket The November basket is a flat wall basket with a woven Christmas tree accent. It is woven on a 10 x14 D-handle. The cost is $ Join us Monday November 5 at 9:00a. Registration and payment due by Monday, October 29. Class limit is 12 participants. Bridge Our Bridge group is looking for players. If you are interested in learning how to play counting points bridge contact the office at Clogging Class Clogging Class is held at 9:30a every Friday and the cost is $2.00 per class. Beginner s class is on Mondays at 9:30a also $2.00 per class. Cornhole Olivedale Cornhole players are happy to welcome new members. Join the fun every Monday and Thursday at 3:30p. Classes And More Crocheting and Knitting Class Free crocheting and knitting classes are offered on Thursday s at 11:00a. Bring any current project or if you are a beginner supplies will be provided. If you have any questions, call the Olivedale office. Line Dance There are classes for dancers of all experience levels, day and evening. Check the newsletter calendar for days and times. Open to all Olivedale members. Class fee is $3 a person or $5 a couple (See pg. 2 Lancaster Parks News for the fee for Monday evening Parks & Recreation class). Mahjongg We will be continuing our new class on Friday s. If you are new to Mahjongg please let the office know whether you want to join the 10:00a or the 1:00p lesson. Ping Pong The Olivedale Table Tennis Group is looking for players. If you are interested check the Olivedale calendar for playing times. All skills welcome. Tai Chi Tai Chi is an energizing form of exercise that can be done standing or sitting. Beginners are welcome. Classes are held Monday s with Intermediate Tai Chi class at 1:00p and Beginning Tai Chi at 2:00p. Cost is $3.25 at time of class, no pre-registration necessary. Western Square Dance Western Square Dance class is held on Thursdays at 6:00p. No partner required and the cost is $5 per person at the time of class. No Pre-register required.

5 November 2018 November Page 5 S unda y Monda y Tue sda y We dne sda y Thursda y Frida y S a turda y :0 0 a - 10 :0 0 a Deadline 7 :0 0 p - 10 :0 0 p Wa ffle Bre a kfa st Dec. Newsletter Da nc e Tonight 8:15a 9:00a Coffee Club TNT Chestnut Ridge 9:00a Ping Pong 9:00a Quilt Charms 9:30a Clogging 10:00a Ping Pong 10:00a Chinese MahJong 11:00p Pinochle 11:00a Line Dance 11:00a Crocheting & 1:00p Ball Room Knitting c lass 1:00p Poker 1:00p Bingo 1:00p Hand & Foot 3:30p Cornhole 1:00p MahJongg 6:00p Sqr Dance Class 1:00p ArtIs4Every1 7:00p Photo club 2:00p Polynesian Dance :00a Basket Class Ele c tion Da y 9:00a Bell Choir 8 :0 0 a - 10 :0 0 a 9:00a Ping Pong 9:30a Beg Clogging 9:00a Blood Pressure 10:45a Bible Study Wa ffle Bre a kfa st 9:30a Clogging 10:00a Tatting 9:00a Ping Pong 1:00p Euchre 9:00a Quilt Charms 10:00a Chinese MahJong 11:00a Beg Line Dance 11:00a Adv Line Dance 7:00p Line Dance 10:00a Ping Pong 11:00a Line Dance 12:30p Artists Hour 11:00a Pinochle 11:00p Pinochle 11:3 0 a Ve te ra ns Lunc h 1:00p Bridge 12:00p Rambling Dsnrs 11:00a Crocheting & 1:00p Ball Room 1:00p Alley Park Knitting class 1:00p Poker 1:00p Veterans 12:30p Dominoes 1:00p Bingo 1:00p Hand & Foot 1:00p Tai Chi Inter. 12:30p Shanghai 3:30p Cornhole 1:00p MahJongg 2:00p Tai Chi Beg. 1:00p Bridge 6:00p Sqr Dance Class 1:00p ArtIs4Every1 3:30p Cornhole 5:00p Euchre 2:00p Polynesian Dance 7:00p Line Dance OLIV EDALE CLOSED 9:00a Blood Pressure 9:00a Bell Choir 8 :0 0 a - 10 :0 0 a 9:00a Ping Pong 7 :0 0 p - 10 :0 0 p 9:00a Ping Pong 9:00a Estate Planning Wa ffle Bre a kfa st 9:30a Clogging Da nc e Tonight 11:00a Adv Line Dance 10:45a Bible Study 9:00a Quilt Charms 10:00a Chinese MahJong 3 - C Highwa y 11:00a Pinochle 1:00p Euchre 10 :3 0 a De pa rt 11:00a Line Dance 11: :3 0 7:00p Line Dance Villia Mila no 12:00p Red Hat 2 nd Tue s. Lunc h 11:00p Pinochle 1:00p Ball Room 12:30p Dominoes 11:00a Crocheting & 1:00p Poker 12:30p Shanghai Knitting c lass 1:00p Hand & Foot 1:00p Bridge 11:00a Medicare?? 1:00p MahJongg 3:00p Coin Club 1:00p Bingo 1:00p ArtIs4Every1 5:00p Euchre 3:30p Cornhole 2:00p Polynesian Dance 6:00p Sqr Dance Class :00a Basket Class 9:00a Blood Pressure 9 :0 0 a - 12 :0 0 p OLIVEDALE CLOSED OLIVEDALE CLOSED 9:30a Beg Clogging 9:00a Ping Pong Pa nc a ke Bre a kfa st 10:00a Tatting 11:00a Adv Line Dance 9:00a Bell Choir 10:00a New Comers Mtg 11:00a Pinochle 10:45a Bible Study 11:00a Beg Line Dance 12:30p Dominoes 1:00p Euchre 12:30p Artists Hour 12:30p Shanghai NO Line Dance 1:00p Bridge 1:00p Bridge CLOSING EARLY 5:00p 1:00p Cribbage 1:00p Bookies 1:00p Veterans 5:00p Euchre 1:00p Tai Chi Inter. 2:00p Tai Chi Beg. 3:30p Cornhole 7:00p Line Dance NL Folding 8 :3 0 a De pa rt 9:00a Bell Choir 8 :0 0 a - 10 :0 0 a 9:00a Ping Pong 9:30a Beg Clogging Suga rc re e k 10:45a Bible Study Wa ffle Bre a kfa st 9:30a Clogging 10:00a Tatting 9:00a Blood Pressure 1:00p Euchre 9:00a Quilt Charms 10:00a Chinese MahJong 11:00a Beg Line Dance 9:00a Ping Pong 7:00p Line Dance 10:00a Ping Pong 11:00a Line Dance 12:30p Artists Hour 11:00a Adv Line Dance 11:00p Pinochle 1:00p Ball Room 1:00p Bridge 11:00a Pinochle 11:00a Crocheting & 1:00p Poker 1:00p Cribbage 12:30p Dominoes Knitting c lass 1:00p Hand & Foot 1:00p Tai Chi Inter. 12:30p Shanghai 1:00p Bingo 1:00p MahJongg 2:00p Tai Chi Beg. 1:00p Bridge 3:30p Cornhole 1:00p ArtIs4Every1 3:30p Cornhole 5:00p Euchre 6:00p Sqr Dance Class 2:00p Polynesian Dance 7:00p Line Dance Puzzle Rules: Anyone calling the office on November 1 with the correct answer will be entered into a drawing for an Olivedale Pancake Breakfast ticket. Answer to September Puzzle: Drop In Temperature Winner: Gary Henthorne B K

6 Page 6 W A T E R The Oak Leaf October 2018 Wellness Center Pool Schedule-Winter Session October 22 December 14 C L A S S Fitness Room Exercise Class attendance in the Aerobic Room is limited to 20 participants. Low Impact/Lower Intensity Silver Sneakers Classic Mon, Wed, Fri 10:15a-11:00a Yoga Stretch Fri 11:05a-12:00p Tues, Thurs 6:00p-6:55p Lite Aerobics/Stretch Mon, Wed & Relax 11:05a-12:00p Lite Dance Aerobics Tues, Thurs 10:00a-10:55a Strength & Balance Tues, Thurs 9:00a-9:55a Dance Aerobic Impact/Higher Intensity Pilates Fit Aerobics/Tone it up Moves & Muscles Kickboxing Zumba Step/Toning Zumba Pound Fit Tue, Thurs 11:05a-12:00p Mon, Wed, Fri 9:05a-10:00a Tues, Thurs 7:00p-7:45p Fri 8:00a-9:00a Tues, Thurs 3:00p-4:00p Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00a-9:00a Tues, Thurs 6:15p-7:00p Tues, Thurs 5:30p-6:15p Spin with Jen Mon, Wed 5:00p-5:45p Orientations by appointment only WELLNESS CENTER HOURS Monday-Thursday Friday 7:00a 8:00p 7:00a 4:30p Steps to stay Healthy this Fall Fall prevention The Fall season is upon us not only outside but this increase risk of falling down and it s a great reminder to take steps for preventing falls! As the weather gets colder the chances of icy surfaces increases. We offer many different classes that practice balance and help increase muscle strength to prevent falling. Staying well Don t forget to check with your doctor if you haven t already had a flu shot. The cooler weather brings us inside where the likelihood of being exposed to the flu virus increases. If you are sick limit your contact with other people. Also practice good hygiene such as coughing and sneezing into your elbow and good handwashing procedures. Home safety Fall is also the time to replace the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Just a few minutes to change batteries and test your detectors could save a life!

7 November 2018 The Oak Leaf Page 7 The Bookies The November selection is Mutant Message Down Under. Join us when we meet in the sunroom of the Olivedale house on Tuesday, November 20 at 1:00p. Contact Barbara Ramsey if you have any questions. Bowling We are looking for bowlers! If you are interested in joining the fall/winter bowling league contact Sharon Shaffer at for more information. You must be an Olivedale member in good standing to join our league. Sign up today, you ll have a ball! Coin Club The Coin Club will meet on Tuesday, November 13 at 3:00p in the Rosebank Room. Military Veterans of Olivedale Monday, November 5 will be our nomination meeting and the election will be held on Monday, November 19. Freedom s Never Free will run from October 31 thru November 3. The Veterans Day Parade is on Sunday, November 11. Olivedale s Veterans Luncheon will be held on Friday, November 9 at 11:30a. Monday, November 12 we will attend the Golden Corral dinner at 5:00p. For more information visit militaryveteransofolivedale.com on the web or call Bob Oiler at Olivedale Singles Lunch Schedule November 7, Wed - 11:30a Frisch s November 12, Mon - 11:30a Bob Evans November 21, Wed. - 11:30a Steak n Shake November 30, Fri. - 11:30a Texas Roadhouse If you have any questions please call Bonnie Suer Quilt Charms We had a great time at our annual retreat at Alley Park. Humming sewing machines, yummy food, and lots of friendly conversation! As we head into the holidays, there are on-going projects available to work on and plenty of friendly mentors to help you with your own projects. Our Christmas party is coming up in mid-december. We meet Thursday mornings at 9:00a. We would love to have you join us. All skills welcome. Rambling Designers Garden Club The Rambling Designers will meet in the lower level of the lodge at Alley Park at 1:00p on Tuesday, November 6. No car pooling this time. There is plenty of parking there. Following a presentation by a staff member on butterflies, we will have a business meeting where we will finalize arrangements for the Christmas party and vote on allocation of charity funds. Then we will play Plant Bingo with amaryllis and other goodies as prizes. Red Glad Hatters The Red Glad Hatters will be having a Thanksgiving Potluck on Friday, November 16 at 12:00p at Olivedale. The meat dish, drinks, and utensils will be provided. We are thankful for this opportunity to share a Thanksgiving meal together. Please contact your hostesses, Jeanie Hughes or Linda Hahn for sign up to bring your favorite covered dish or dessert. Also, a reminder, please bring $30 for your 2019 dues. Bonnie Kistler has agreed to handle this for the group. RSVP by Friday, November 9 to Jeanie Hughes,

8 Page 8 The Oak Leaf November 2018 Linda Anderson Floyd & Marlene Baird Melissa Bechtel Joe Cardenas Sharon Dominguez Janet Donahue Tammie Gainer Linda Guthrie Janet Haislett Linda Hayes Barbara Jones Fred Jones Larry & Ila Krile Roger Mast Welcome New Members! Donald & Tracy McDaniel Paula McFarland Stephen Mendoza Michael & Ruth Messick Shirley Miller Carla Moore George Noice Karen Peck Dave Ramsey Deborah Rase Charlotte Rivers William Robinson Cathy Schmelzer Maxine Smith Charles Snider Shirley Steinbrink Denise Sweeney Daniel Turvey Michael & Denice Wagner Cheryl Weber Kathy Winegardner Joyce Young Current as of Oct. 10, 2018 In Memory of Janice Allen Robert Dittoe Laurabelle Farmer Rev. Thomas McGranor Maxine Kennedy Helen Martin Marlina Sue McMillen Garnet Nelson Shirley Rhonemus Gerald Thornton Display Case We are extending Dave and Nancy Hoffman s display of their beautiful wooden scroll saw designs in the display case thru November. Showcased will be wooden puzzles, plaques and ornaments that have been carefully crafted by David and Nancy. If there s something you like, give them a call at , they are taking orders. New Member Meeting Are you a new member or one who has been away for awhile? Join us Monday, November 19 at 10:00a to hear about Olivedale, take a guided tour, have refreshments, and learn how to get involved. RSVP requested by November 16. Contact the office at or staff@olivedale.com. Veterans Luncheon Each year around Veterans Day, Olivedale honors our Veterans and to show appreciation for their military service. A Veterans luncheon is scheduled for Friday, November 9 at 11:30a with a pinning ceremony to follow. Thanks to Meals on Wheels for providing dessert and Fairhope Hospice for partnering to make this great event happen. Due to Fairhope Hospice issuing certificates of appreciation to each Veteran, we require a RSVP by November 2, so there are no Veterans missed. Giving Tree We are again asking for donations of gift cards for our giving tree along with selling handmade wood carved ornaments provided by our Charlie s Chippers Woodcarving Group. Please see the tree and the ornaments at the desk with prices marked. Thank you for thinking of others during the holiday season. Medicare Information Harold Denson, an Independent Sales Agent, with Benefits Services Consultants will be at Olivedale from 11:00a to 12:00p on Thursday, November 15, He will be providing assistance with understanding Medicare on the following, (e.g., Plan Changes in 2019, requirements for Extra Help with Prescription Drugs, Part B Premium Changes 2019 and Medicare New ID Card). Preparing Your Estate Plan Take a giant step toward a more secure future for yourself and generations to come. Join Tim Byers with Edward Jones for a Preparing Your Estate Plan presentation on Wednesday, November 14 at 9:00a at Olivedale. You will learn more about what to consider when creating your will, the benefits of trusts in estate planning, how to help reduce taxes on your estate and how insurance can help protect your family. DECEMBER NEWSLETTER REMINDER Deadline Friday, November 2, 2018 Newsletter folding Monday, November 26, 2018

9 November 2018 November Trip Reminder: A Branson Christmas Ozark Jubilee - November 15 Christmas in Paradise - November 27 ****DECEMBER TRIP SIGN UP**** Friday, November 2, 2018 The Oak Leaf The Spirit of Christmas ~ Plain City The Taylor Family Trio returns to Der Dutchman to lift their voices in praise of the Lord, in this celebration of the REASON FOR THE SEASON! The Taylor ministry in music has touched the hearts of audiences around the world. Their spirit-filled message delivered through their beautiful harmonies is truly magical. Singing heartfelt Christian music and old-time Christmas favorites, Johnathan, Suzanne and Christopher will entertain you and lift your spirits in song. Enjoy a delicious Amish, family-style lunch when you travel with us to the Der Dutchman Restaurant on Tuesday, December 4. Departing at 9:30a and returning at approximately 4:00p. $64 per person includes: travel, dinner, show, tax, and gratuity. White Christmas ~ Springboro, OH Join us as we travel to LaComedia on Thursday, December 6 for the most popular show of all time, the classic musical White Christmas! The holiday film classic starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney is the inspiration for this blockbuster musical. Two veterans have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, they follow a duo of beautiful singing Sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge. Cue the snow! $64.00 includes travel, dinner and show (not gratuity). Departing at 8:15a and returning approximately at 5:30p. Price Is Right Live! ~ Columbus, OH Here it comes. Everyone s favorite game show is on its way to you, along with the chance to win a share of more than $10 million in cash and fabulous prizes being given away! Alongside Celebrity Host, randomly-selected contestants play everyone s favorite games like Plinko, Cliffhanger, The Big Wheel and even the fabulous Showcase. Lucky Day Trips Page 9 audience members can even win prizes right from their seat. Generations of fans all across America have made The Price is Right Live the perfect family entertainment experience. And the next contestant might be YOU! Travel with us to the Ohio Theatre on Tuesday, February 19. Departing at 4:45p and returning at approximately 11:00p. $79.00 includes admission ticket (auditorium floor seating) and Fun Bus travel. Good luck and get ready to COME ON DOWN! **2019 Vacation Alert** Mackinac Island 5 days and 4 nights in Mackinac Island. Includes: 5 days/4 nights Mackinaw City, Mackinaw Island carriage ride, through the Soo Locks and free time and sightseeing in Sault Sainte Marie; visit to Mackinaw Crossings; admission to Colonial Michilimackinac; gaming excitement at Kewadin Sault Casino. June 10, 2019 thru June 14, 2019, $554/person double occupancy. Colorado Rockies Colorado Rockies, Rails & Western National Parks. Includes: 9 days/8 nights, 3 train experiences, 5 National Park visits, Durango, Colorado Springs, U.S. Air Force Academy, Dead Horse Point, Cowboy Dinner & Stage Show and much more! $3125/person double occupancy ($1000 single supplement). Departing July 14, San Antonio, Padre Island & the Gulf of Mexico San Antonio, Padre Island & the Gulf of Mexico. Includes: 10 days/9 nights, Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi, tour of San Antonio including Riverwalk Cruise, the Alamo, Institute of Texan Cultures & San Antonio Missions, Admission to the National Museum of the Pacific War, tour of the LBJ Ranch, plus many more attractions! $979/person double occupancy ($335 single supplement) Departing September 27, See the Olivedale office for a brochure for any of these vacations. For reservations or questions for any of these vacation trips please contact Sally Sutter at or at mermaidtravel@gmail.com.

10 Olivedale Senior Citizens of Fairfield County 253 Boving Road Lancaster, OH Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Permit 57 Lancaster, OH PH: FX: Renewal Reminder: A to D Apr. 1 E to K July 1 L to R Oct. 1 S to Z Jan. 1 $24 Per Person Per Year November 2018 Twas the day of Christmas at Olivedale, newsletters were getting ready to mail. Volunteers were in motion, folding, taping, labeling, like they were chasing their own tail. Connie was in the kitchen whipping up something sweet, while the elves in the office were so busy you heard not a peep. As they were preoccupied and bustled about, no one noticed the lights had gone out. And all of a sudden they all took pause, because in through the door came old Santa Clause. Get in the spirit of Christmas! Mark your calendar for December 7 at 2:00p. The Olivedale elves are working hard to bring you games, prizes and lots of fun. Dessert will be enjoyed, sponsored by Frank E. Smith Funeral Home & Crematory. Bring a wrapped gift exchange item $5 or less. RSVP required by 4:00p November 30.