JULY 2012 LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

JULY 2012 LIFESTYLE CALENDAR Get ready, Grand Dominion - things are heating up in July! by: Tracy Citrano

July 2012 Lifestyle Calendar HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA! “May the sun in his course visit no land more free, more happy, more lovely, than this our own country.” ~Daniel Webster On behalf of the Association staff, have a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday! JULY 4TH HOLIDAY HOURS Lakeside Lodge: 6:00am-5:00pm Children/Family Swim Hours: 3:00-5:00pm LAKESIDE LODGE 3555 Grand Dominion Circle, Mundelein, IL 60060 Phone: 847-566-2403  Fax: 847-566-0796 LODGE HOURS OF OPERATION Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-9:00pm Friday, 6:00am-7:00pm Saturday, 7:00am-7:00pm  Sunday, 9:00am-6:00pm FAMILY/CHILDREN SWIM HOURS Monday-Thursday, 3:00-5:00pm Friday, 4:00-7:00pm Saturday & Sunday, 1:00-4:00pm Property Manager: Erica Horndasch, ehorndasch@wentworthmgt.com Lifestyle Director: Tracy Citrano, tcitrano@wentworthmgt.com ASSOCIATION EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER Phone: (866) 413-9850 SALES OFFICE Phone: 847-949-0033 PULTE CUSTOMER SERVICE 24 Hour Answering Service:  847-639-6038 Warranty Service-Email Requests Only: www.delwebb.com, “Owners Entry” COMPLETE INFORMATION CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM THE COMMUNITY DOCUMENTS SECTION OF THE WEB PORTAL. ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS   Mike Rhoads – Developer Board Member & Association President Jerrold Orloff – Resident Board Member & Vice President Joanne Bowers – Developer Board Member & Association Treasurer Bruce Campbell – Resident Board Member & Assistant Treasurer Peter Tremulis – Developer Board Member & Association Secretary 2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS Tuesday, September 11, 2012, 6:00pm Tuesday, December 4, 2012, 1:00pm LAKESIDE LODGE/FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATIONS It is required that all new Grand Dominion residents participate in a fitness center/lodge orientation at Lakeside Lodge before utilizing any fitness equipment or participating in any community activities.  Lodge access cards will be issued after the completion of this session.  Residents who have recently closed on their homes should contact Tracy Citrano, the Lifestyle Director, to schedule an orientation session. Additional fitness room instruction for usage of the cardiovascular machines and the circuit training equipment is available at the monthly “Fitness Center 101” sessions which are free for residents. FREE!  “FITNESS CENTER 101” Taught by Mark Guthrie, Five Point Fitness Saturday, July 14th, 11:00am-12:00pm – NO COST This is a CAN’T MISS FOR NEW RESIDENTS but ALL RESIDENTS CAN ATTEND!!!  Attend this informational and instructional session to learn how to use the strength and cardio equipment in the Lakeside Lodge Fitness Center the RIGHT WAY!  By using the proper form, technique and the appropriate amount of weight, you will increase metabolism, form and function of muscles.  Join Personal Trainer and Fitness Specialist, Mark Guthrie, as he guides you through an equipment orientation session that will help you understand the right way, and the wrong way of lifting weights and using the fitness equipment.  All levels are welcome.   No Registration required.  No cost. LIFESTYLE ACTIVITIES, EVENTS & DAY TRIPS Ø  Please register and make payments for all activities, trips and events at the Front Desk of Lakeside Lodge.  Ø  Registration will not be taken without payment.  Ø  Advance Registration is very important and the scheduling of activities often depends on a minimum number of participants.  If at all possible, please check your calendars and make every effort to register and pay for all activities to avoid their cancellation. Ø  For all activities, outings and events that require payment, refunds will only be given prior to RSVP date.  After the registration deadline, no money will be returned unless you find a replacement or that spot is filled from an existing waiting list.  This policy is necessary to insure that the Association is not responsible for payments for tickets, catering services, or any other event costs.  Ø  If you have any questions, please contact Tracy Citrano. DON’T MISS THESE ACTIVITIES REMAINING IN JUNE! CIRQUE du SOLEIL – “DRALION” – Allstate Arena, Rosemont, Illinois Sunday, June 24th, 1:00pm matinee – THIS IS AN ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE OUTING – NO CIRQUE TICKETS WILL BE SOLD WITHOUT TRANSPORTATION AND ENTIRE PACKAGE. Cost is $65.00 per person – Includes Reserved seating in lower level, Section 114, coach transportation and driver gratuity, bus snacks, NO MEALS.  40 TICKETS MAXIMUM – FIRST COME-FIRST SERVED!  Hurry while tickets last! Experience the magic and artistry of Cirque du Soleil’s newest show on its Illinois tour!  The show is a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western acrobatic prowess.  You will be thrilled and entertained beyond belief!  This is an all-inclusive package – tickets and bus will be provided.  Tickets will not be sold without bus option – 40 TICKETS ONLY! Register at front desk – CHECKS ONLY – PAYABLE TO GRAND DOMINION.  “SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY” – A Choral Concert Presented by the Grand Dominion Singers Lakeside Lodge Friday, June 29th, 7:00pm – Cost is $5 in advance, $6 at door – TICKETS ON SALE AT LODGE FRONT DESK. Give yourself a gift and take a "Sentimental Journey" down the musical lane as the Grand Dominion Singers present their next concert on Friday, June 29th at 7 pm at the Lakeside Lodge.  The music selections will consist of old favorites from the late 30's, 40's and early 50's.  Hear music like "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy", "Irresistible", Hoagie Carmichael favorites, Gershwin, and much more.  COMMUNITY FITNESS WALK – Lakeside Lodge Walking Path Saturday, June 30th, 8:30am – NO COST Join friends and neighbors for this community walk around the Grand Dominion property.  Let’s take advantage of our warm weather and get moving again!  This is your chance to rejuvenate and jump-start your fitness program!  Cool down after the walk with some social time with fellow residents - coffee and refreshments will be served after the walk.  NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR FITNESS WALK. *JULY 2012 ACTIVITIES* PAINTING CLUB CLASSES – Lakeside Lodge Maple Room Thursdays, 9:00am-12:00pm Cost is $5.00 per class – Fees collected by instruction at time of class. Participate in this instructional painting class.  All levels are welcome – find your inner artist!  Cost is $5.00 per person plus materials. This class is taught by one of Grand Dominion’s very own residents, Susan Kronowitz!   No Registration required. FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS – Lakeside Lodge Every 1st Tuesday of month, 1:30-2:30pm & 1st Thursday of month, 6:30-7:30pm Tuesday, July 3rd, 1:30-2:30pm & Thursday, July 5th, 6:30-7:30pm - NO COST Mundelein’s finest – the Mundelein Fire Dept., will be on hand for Free Blood Pressure Checks. This activity takes place the first Tuesday and the first Thursday of every month.  PLEAST NOTE:  IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT MAY HAVE TO ADJUST TIME OR RESCHEDULE DATE. JULY MARKET DAY – Lakeside Lodge Saturday, July 14th – 9:00-10:00am – Please arrive at 8:30am to help with orders. PLEASE NOTE THE SPECIAL DATE THIS MONTH DUE TO THE 4HT OF JULY HOLIDAY!!! We know the Lifestyle Program keeps residents super busy at Grand Dominion so why not make your life easier with this great food option!  Market Day is a fundraiser program for the Grand Dominion community, offering over 160 convenient and high quality food products, many of which are individually wrapped and easy to prepare.  Best of all, a percentage of your order will be returned to our community each month to help us raise funds for various Lifestyle activities!  And you can deduct 10% of your orders on your income taxes!  Special thanks to the resident volunteers that help to make this food co-op program a success!  Order sheets for the July sale are available at Lakeside Lodge or you can visit www.marketday.com for more information and to order online.  There are great clearance items available to order online as well!  Start planning your menus today!  Order sheets are available at Lakeside Lodge and should be turned in to the front desk by Tues. July 10th, 5pm. LADIES’ LUNCHEON – Gale Street Inn, 935 Diamond Lake Rd., Mundelein 2nd Friday of Each Month – Friday, July 13th, 12:00pm – Cost is $20 per person, all inclusive The monthly Ladies’ Luncheon RETURNS!  This group will meet the 2nd Friday of each month at 12:00pm at the Gale Street Inn in Mundelein.  You have a choice from: grilled chicken, shrimp and rib combo, orange roughy, pasta primavera or fried jumbo shrimp, which includes a salad, dessert, beverage, tax and gratuity, payable at restaurant. Register at front desk for space purposes.  For more information, contact Joan Jones, 847-393-7816. JULY MOVIES at the Lakeside Lodge Presented by the Grand Dominion Film Club Attendance for all movies is open to Grand Dominion residents – No Registration necessary.  No Cost for Film Club Members, $1 Fee for Non-Film Club Members – proceeds will help subsidize film license.  No registration – money collected at door. MOVIE NIGHT Tuesday, July 3rd, 6:30pm – SPECIAL NIGHT THIS MONTH DUE TO THE 4TH OF JULY HOLIDAY! Movie Night Presents, “Albert Nobbs” starring Glenn Close.  OPERA MOVIES AT THE LODGE Wednesday, July 18th, 6:30pm – FILM TITLE TBD GRAND DOMINION CHARTER FILM CLUB NIGHT Wednesday, July 25th, 6:30pm – FILM TITLE TBD GOLD & SILVER BUYING EVENT – Presented by PGS Gold Buyers - Lakeside Lodge Tuesday July 10th, 10:00am-2:00pm – NO COST Come to this gold buying event sponsored by PGS Gold Buyers, who guarantees TOP DOLLAR CASH in exchange for: broken chains, earrings, bracelets and charms, gold and silver coins, watches, class rings, gold chains – they buy it all!  This is a FREE, NO OBLIGATION, GOLD APPRAISAL event – gold, jewelry, silver, diamonds, coins.  The average guest receives $200-$500!  NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. MAVERICKS NIGHT OUT – Mavericks, 2061 Maple Ave., Mundelein Wednesday, July 11th, 7:30pm Grab your cowboy hat and jeans and head on over to our next door neighbor – Maverick’s,   for a night of line dancing and Western music!  On Wednesdays, cover for ladies is free and only $3 for men.  There are free line dancing lessons at 8:15pm and 9:15pm and dancing music all night long!  Our Grand Dominion group will have some reserved seating.  So make your plans for a fun night out!  Register at front desk for our reserved seating estimate.  SUMMER CONCERT – The Bart Alonzo Band Sunday, July 15th, 5-7pm – Cost is $5 per person – Guests Welcome! Lakeside Lodge Patio or Multi-purpose Rooms, in case of rain NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.  ENTRY FEES WILL BE COLLECTED AT DOOR ON DAY OF CONCERT. Get ready for some red hot rock, jazz, country and blues!  The Bart Alonzo Band will entertain our community on our fabulous patio setting!  They’ll play your favorites from Van Morrison, Johnny Cash, Ray Charles, Bruce Springsteen, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Neville Brothers and a whole lot more!  Bring your snacks, dinner, and non-alcoholic beverages for a casual night of socializing, musical entertainment and dancing!  We have limited patio seating so bring your chairs, blankets just in case!     NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WILL BE SOLD OR ALLOWED ON PROPERTY DURING THIS EVENT.  NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.  ENTRY FEES WILL BE COLLECTED AT DOOR ON DAY OF CONCERT. “The Newly Discovered Link Between Dementia & Hearing Loss – The Hype and The Facts” A Presentation by HEARING ASSOCIATES – Lakeside Lodge Tuesday, July 17th, 6:30pm – NO COST Join Linda Remensnyder, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology, and Frank Lin, M.D., Ph.D., at this seminar about an important new research study documenting a link between hearing loss and dementia.  Learn what you can do now to protect future hearing loss.  Register at front desk. No Cost. FREE!  HEARING SCREENINGS – Conducted by HEARING ASSOCIATES Wednesday, July 18th, 1:00-5:00pm – 15 minute screenings – NO COST – REGISTER AT FRONT DESK Hearing Associates will be conducting FREE hearing screenings.  Register at the front desk for this free 15 minute screening. Register at front desk.  No Cost. “A DAY AT THE RACES” Arlington Park Race Track Outing Thursday, July 19th, Park Opens 11:15am, Post Time 1:00pm Play the ponies at Arlington Park for this community race outing.  Enjoy the exhilarating atmosphere, surroundings, and company of fellow residents for a day at the races.  Bus transportation is not included for this outing – if you are interested in carpooling with other residents, meet at the Lakeside Lodge at 10:30am or make individual arrangements.  Tickets and package information will be distributed before race day.  THREE TICKETING OPTIONS WILL BE OFFERED FOR THIS OUTING.   Reserved Box Seat - $9.00 – Includes seat and daily racing guide Reserved Box Seat & Arlington Combo Lunch - $27.00 per person – Includes reserved box seat, daily racing guide and combo lunch – choice of sandwich, pasta salad, chips, cookie, soft drink, tax & service.  Minimum of 16 people needed for this package option. International Room Package - $46.00 per person – Includes reserved seating in the International Room – floor-to-ceiling windows, a balcony overlooking the paddock, and numerous betting amenities.  The package includes admission to the park, daily racing guide, seating in the International Room, plus access to outdoor seating to view the races, the Daily Chef’s Table which includes two hours of unlimited access to buffet of antipasto, salads, Tequila lime chicken, vegetables, potatoes, Mac & Cheese table, Brisket Chili, cookies, brownies, and soft drinks, tax and service – served from 12:30-2:30pm.  Minimum of 16 people needed for this package option. Register with payment at front desk by Sunday, July 1st. “PROTECTING YOUR MOST IMPORTANT ASSET – YOUR FAMILY” – A Presentation by Edward Jones Financial and John Hancock – Lakeside Lodge Tuesday, July 24th, 6:30pm – NO COST Long term care specialist, Bobbi Foster from John Hancock Long Term Care, will be presenting this seminar designed to help you understand the impact a long term care event may have on your financial strategy. She will discuss your options on how to protect the strategy.  Topics covered will be the importance of long term planning, the impact on your retirement portfolio and how to develop a plan to protect your family and finances.  Register at front desk.  No cost. BASKET CLASS – “Waves & Twills” Basket – Lakeside Class Wednesday, July 25th, 9:00am-4pm – Time approximate - Breaks allowed. Cost is $40 per basket Class Size is Minimum 6ppl. and Maximum 10ppl. BASKET ON DISPLAY AT LAKESIDE LODGE Cost is $40 – Fee includes all instruction, materials and tools – Choose black or burgundy color option Taught by Mary Price You will learn all the techniques by instructor Mary Price and receive all the supplies necessary to create this beautiful “Waves & Twills” basket at this one time class. This basket has an oval wood base and color accents.  It has several different weaving techniques in the sides with a beautiful scalloped rim. They make ideal gifts and are perfect for your home!  There are no skills or previous experience required – all levels can master all basket-making options under the instruction of Mary Price.  Class size is a minimum of 6 people and maximum of 10 people.  Samples are on display at the lodge.  Register with payment at front desk by Friday, July 13th. POTOWATOMI CASINO TRIP – Milwaukee, Wisconsin Friday, July 27th, 9:00am-6:00pm, approx. return to Lodge (Bus will depart casino at 3pm) Cost is $25.00 per person and includes bus transportation, driver tip, buffet lunch, $10 cash play.  THIS OUTING IS OPEN TO ALL RESIDENTS AND GUESTS – 1ST COME, 1ST SERVED – SO REGISTER TODAY! Calling all high rollers!  Get out your lucky rabbit’s foot and join this trip for some gambling fun!  You can’t beat this price!  These trips are enjoyed by all! We need a minimum of 35 people and a maximum of 54 people.  If there is enough interest, a 2nd bus will be added. THIS OUTING IS OPEN TO ALL RESIDENTS AND GUESTS – 1ST COME, 1ST SERVED – SO REGISTER TODAY! Register with payment at front desk by Wednesday, July 18th. A DAY AT NAVY PIER – Two Options for this Day Outing! Sunday, August 12th, 9:00am-6:00pm (return time approximate) Cost is $55.00 – CHECKS ONLY, PAYABLE TO GRAND DOMINION – Price includes bus transport, driver gratuity, bus snacks and water and all entertainment.  Lunch is on your own on the pier. Option #1: Ø  Cirque Shanghai’s All New Show, ”The Year of the Dragon” Ø  A 30-minute Shoreline Sightseeing Tour Ø  Navy Pier’s Giant Ferris Wheel Ride Option #2 Ø  Shoreline Architecture River Cruise Ø  One hour acclaimed cruise of all three branches of the historic Chicago River, past dozens of landmark buildings, including Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Marina City and Willis Tower.  Registration with payment due by Friday, July 20th – Min. 45 people, Max. 55 people.   Please specify your option choice at time of registration. SAVE THE DATE!!! Mark your calendars now for these exciting activities coming up!  Other activities may be added so keep up to date with the monthly calendars and web portal updates! Ø  SUNDAY, AUGUST 5TH – “SUPER SUNDAY FUNDAY” – A community patio & pool party – Food!  Friends!  Family!  Games!  Live Music by “Class of 68”!  ALL DETAILS COMING SOON IN THE AUGUST CALENDAR! Ø  SEPTEMBER 7TH & 8TH – COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE – Details coming soon! Ø  SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th – END OF SUMMER CONCERT WITH Rick “Elvis” Saucedo! Ø  PLEASE NOTE:  The annual event, “Cruisin’ with the Classics” Car Show will not take place this summer on September 9th as previously announced. But it will be back in 2013 – bigger and better than ever! GRAND DOMINION FITNESS The Grand Dominion Fitness Class Program operates under a Fitness Class Punch Card System that works as follows: Ø  Cards will be sold at the front desk - $45.00 for 10 classes (or punches) Ø  Punch cards can be used for any class type and combination with the exception of the S.T.A.B.L.E. Balance Classes. Ø  Cards are non-transferable and can be used by only one resident.  Ø  At this time, expiration dates are not applicable. Ø  Residents without a punch card can attend any class for a $5.00 drop-in fee.  Ø  No Pre-Registration will be necessary for residents using a punch card or paying the $5 drop-in fee.  Ø  The Front desk will no longer take any money or handle any registration – Registration will be done by the instructors in each class - they will take attendance, punch the cards and take any money for the drop-in fee of $5. Ø  Classes will be held regardless of number of participants.  Classes will be held as scheduled unless advance notification has been made or emergency purposes dictate cancellation. SAMPLE A FITNESS CLASS FOR FREE!!! If you’re new to the community or just new to the fitness program – here’s your chance to sample the Grand Dominion Fitness Classes!  You can take a class for FREE!  Just pick up a FREE FITNESS CLASS TICKET from Tracy Citrano, the Lifestyle Director.  You can try any of the current classes one time and we’ll promise you’ll be hooked!  Ø  One ticket per class, per resident Ø  No registration necessary Ø  Present ticket to instructor at time of class Ø  Participation for future classes must be paid with a fitness class punch card which can be purchased at front desk Ø  OR daily drop-in fee of $5 per class PICK UP A COPY OF THE MONTHLY FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULES AT LAKESIDE LODGE FOR CLASS CANCELLATIONS OR CHANGES!!! SPECIAL JULY FITNESS PROGRAMS - FREE!!! FREE!  FITNESS CONSULTATIONS by Mark Guthrie, Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Consultant, Five Point Fitness Saturday, July 14th, 8:00-11:00am – ½ Hour Consultations – NO COST HERE’S YOUR CHANCE TO GET IN SHAPE FOR SUMMER!  Register for one of these fitness counseling sessions to discuss exercise motivations, goals, obstacles, and unique circumstances such as time, medications, injuries, and illnesses.  You will be given advice and a plan on how to get started, how to keep your momentum going and how to reach your goals.  Register at front desk.  No Cost. FREE!  “FITNESS CENTER 101” - Taught by Mark Guthrie, Five Point Fitness Saturday, July 14th – 11:00am-12:00pm – NO COST This is a CAN’T MISS FOR NEW RESIDENTS but ALL RESIDENTS CAN ATTEND!!!  Attend this informational and instructional session to learn how to use the strength and cardio equipment in the Lakeside Lodge Fitness Center the RIGHT WAY!  By using the proper form, technique and the appropriate amount of weight, you will increase metabolism, form and function of muscles.  Join Personal Trainer and Fitness Specialist, Mark Guthrie, as he guides you through an equipment orientation session that will help you understand the right way, and the wrong way of lifting weights and using the fitness equipment.  All levels are welcome.  No Registration required.  No cost. SUMMER SHAPE-UP CHALLENGE - FITNESS PUNCH CARD DRAWING Two Lucky Residents Will Each Win a $50 Gift Card!!! Here’s your chance to get in shape for summer! ü  Buy the SUMMER SHAPE-UP CHALLENGE Fitness Punch Card any time during the months of July & August. ü  Take any combination of fitness classes from July 1st thru August 30th. ü  Take part in the Community Fitness Walks on May 30th & June 30th and get a special punch on your card that will count for your card total! ü  Turn in your completed card to the DRAWING JAR at the lodge. ü  Two lucky winners will each win a $50 gift card! ü  Drawing will take place after the Community Walk on Friday, August 31st! HERE ARE THE FITNESS CLASSES CURRENTLY BEING OFFERED: Aqua Aerobics – 20/20/20  - Lakeside Lodge Indoor Pool Wednesdays, 10:30am-11:30am Taught by Pat Mell Hit the water for this all-around workout – 20 minutes of cardio, 20 minutes of muscle strengthening and 20 minutes of stretching and a cool down.  You’ll be refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to go! Forever Fit – Lakeside Lodge Maple Room Alternates on Mondays with Step & Strength, 5:15-6:15pm Taught by Nancy Buhr The first half of the class consists of an easy to follow, low impact weight bearing aerobics routine.  The second half includes muscular strength training using hand weights and a resistance band, ending with abdominal, stretching and balancing exercises.  Movin’ EZ – Lakeside Lodge Maple Room Wednesdays, 10:00-10:45am NO CLASS ON WED. JULY 4TH Taught by Karen Schroeder What’s the most fun you can have while improving your strength, posture, balance and flexibility?  Easy!  Movin’ EZ is a whole body workout, designed for all fitness levels.  Utilizing resistance bands, weights, tubing and a chair, you’ll stay challenged and engaged with a variety of invigorating exercises. S.T.A.B.L.E – Balance Class – Presented by Grayslake Rehabilitation Lakeside Lodge Oak & Hickory Rooms Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:15-11:00am NO CLASSES ON TUESDAY, JULY 24TH & THURSDAY, JULY 26TH Cost is $1 per class – WHAT A DEAL! THIS CLASS IS NOT PART OF THE FITNESS CLASS PUNCH CARD SYSTEM – CLASSES ARE $1 PER CLASS – NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY – PAY INSTRUCTORS DIRECTLY AT CLASS TIME. STABLE – Strength, Training, And Balance, Leverage, Education – that’s what this class is designed to do for you!  Grayslake Rehabilitation presents a multi-dimensional exercise class designed and taught by a licensed physical therapist with YOU in mind!  This dynamic class involves a combination of STRENGTH training exercises using resistive bands and weights for the arms and legs, combined with many levels of BALANCE training to help you remain on your feet!  The class will vary each week focusing on different aspects of your health from flexibility and posture to strength and balance and what YOU CAN DO TO IMPROVE your health and remain active!  Step & Strength – Lakeside Lodge Maple Room Mondays, 5:15-6:15pm – ALTERNATES WITH FOREVER FIT ON MONDAYS Taught by Nancy Buhr The first half of the class consists of a great, healthy heart rate raising step workout.  The second half includes great muscular strength training moves using hand weights and a resistance band, ending with abdominal, stretching and balancing exercises. Suspended Deep Water Aerobics – Lakeside Lodge Indoor Pool Mondays, 10:30am-11:30am Taught by Pat Mell Try this aquatic class – a low impact aerobic, strength and conditioning aquatic class that will utilize deeper water depths.  Taught by Pat Mell, this class will be adjusted and adapted to residents’ needs and requests.  Tai Chi for Health & Wellbeing – Lakeside Lodge Oak & Hickory Rooms Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am Taught by Allison Deputy Experience the healing movements of Tai Chi first hand from Allison Deputy, a 20-year veteran of this ancient exercise.  Tai Chi has been medically proven to improve blood pressure, balance, bone density, digestion and immunity.  It is also very effective in reducing pain, anxiety and depression.  Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and flat-soled shoes.  Be ready for a fun, relaxing, and invigorating workout.  Total Body Conditioning – Lakeside Lodge Maple Room Thursdays, 5:15-6:15pm NO CLASS ON THURSDAY, JULY 12TH Taught by Nancy Buhr Boost your metabolism through a great muscle training and cardio workout, using handheld weights, tubing and stability ball.  Yoga – Lakeside Lodge Hickory Room Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am Taught by Resident Kit Semkus This slow paced hatha yoga style class emphasizes breathing, body awareness, gentle stretching and relaxation. ZUMBA – Lakeside Lodge Maple Room Mondays & Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am Taught by Carol Specht - Saturdays & Laura Tiernan - Mondays Zumba is one of the world's largest and most successful dance-fitness programs!  It is a fun, easy-to follow, Latin-inspired, dance fitness class. Anyone can do it and no dance background is necessary!  When you come to a Zumba class, you will find high energy Latin-inspired music with easy to follow steps.  There’s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party. It’s easy to do, effective, totally exhilarating, and is geared to all fitness levels.  Come join us for an hour of high-calorie burning fun! TAKE PART IN THE GRAND DOMINION FITNESS PROGRAM AND REMEMBER… If you work for it… IT will work for YOU!!! Community Bulletin Board ü  DEL WEBB & ROAD SCHOLAR NOW OFFERING EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL PROGRAMS FOR ACTIVE ADULT HOMEOWNERS WHO LOVE TO LEARN! Del Webb and Road Scholar are pleased to announce a newly forged relationship that brings Del Webb homeowners across the country access to a diverse menu of lifelong learning travel programs.  Road Scholar, the not-for-profit world leader in educational travel since 1975, offers 6,500 educational adventures in all 50 states and 150 countries around the world.  As part of the joint relationship, Del Webb homeowners will have opportunity to enroll in a new series of Del Webb exclusive national and international travel excursions at a special savings and/or with incentives.  Additionally, Del Webb homeowners will be eligible to receive a $200 credit toward any other Road Scholar International adventure or a $75 credit toward any North American program.  Del Webb exclusive programs will include a special introductory launch program to Costa Rica in November 2012.   Italy, New Mexico, Canada & US National Parks are planned as destinations in 2013 along with and an intergenerational Broadway experience for Del Webb residents and their grandchildren.   To learn more about the Road Scholar organization and programs, the upcoming educational adventures planned and priced specially for Del Webb residents and/or to receive your certificate for up to $200 on a Road Scholar program from their complete program listing, please visit www.roadscholar.org/delwebb or call toll free @ (877) 426-8056.  Happy travels!  PLEASE NOTE:  A presentation will be coordinated by a Roads Scholar representative for the Grand Dominion community in the near future!  Watch for the notices! ü  WANTED!  CARTOONIST/ILLUSTRATOR!!! A new Grand Dominion committee is developing a Quarterly Newsletter/Magazine – just for our community!  It will provide residents with exciting news, information and articles.  The committee is looking for a resident who has a special artistic talent and who may be interested in helping out with illustrations for cartoons and other articles.  If this might be YOU, please contact Tracy Citrano.   ü  A NEW COMMITTEE HAS FORMED AT GRAND DOMINION AND WE NEED YOUR INPUT! The Lifestyle & Community Enhancement Committee has been formed to make recommendations to the Board of Directors for community enhancements, improvements and expenditures to benefit the lifestyle needs and desires of the community and residents as a whole.  If you have a suggestion for an expenditure, please submit a form that is available at the Lakeside Lodge near the bulletin board area.  For more information or questions, please contact Tracy Citrano. ü  Are you “TECH-CHALLENGED?” Attend Fremont Public Library’s TECHNOLOGY TUESDAYS, 6:00PM The Fremont Library, located at 1170 N. Midlothian Road, offers this technology workshop every Tuesday evening for assistance with the latest technology like reader kindles, Ipods, and more.  There is also help available on Wednesday mornings at 9:00am.  For more information, contact the library, 847-566-8702 or visit the website at www.fremontlibrary.org.  GRAND DOMINION COMMUNITY WEB PORTAL Stay Connected! Del Webb Live, our private community web portal is of vital importance to the communication flow at Grand Dominion.  The web portal offers a variety of helpful resources for residents to access information, keep up to date and stay connected!  Please be aware that all information and updates about community clubs, activities and events as well as all property management information, will be submitted via the www.ourgranddominion.net website.  All residents have access to this important information tool, wherever they can connect to the internet and are encouraged to log on to the portal on a regular basis.  Please remember to check for daily updates in the Community Calendar, News Pages, Alerts Section and your Personal Email for daily updates and additions.  The portal site can be easily managed through the usage of the blue Navigation bar at the top of the site page.  For the convenience of all residents, you may also use the two resident computers at the Lakeside Lodge.  If you need assistance with your password or any other other portal information, please contact the Lifestyle Director. CHARTER CLUBS & INTEREST GROUPS The club system at Grand Dominion nurtures and supports the pursuit of a hobby or the recreational, social or cultural interest of a group.  The Grand Dominion Charter Club Rules & Procedures Manual is available for those interested in starting a new group, subject to the procedures and parameters of the Association.  Club leaders should contact the Lifestyle Director for meeting space and reservations.  All groups are subject to room rental fees for special or after-hours events.  Refer to the Grand Dominion Facility Use Guidelines for these fee structures.  Here is a list of Established Clubs & Groups at Grand Dominion with Meeting Times and Contact Information. All group meeting dates and times are listed on the web portal Community Calendar and in the Club Book at the front desk of Lakeside Lodge.  Please contact all group leaders through portal email.  If any information is incorrect, please contact Tracy Citrano.     GRAND DOMINION CHARTER CLUBS: Bocce Ball Seasonal Leader:  Steve Kaplan Bookworms Periodic Mondays, 1pm Leader: Sallie Hamm, Susan Schlitt Bridge Tuesdays, 6:30pm - Duplicate Wednesdays, 1pm – Non-Duplicate Fridays, 9am – Advanced-Intermediate Leader: Maxine Dicker, Mary Ann Kever Bunco 1st Tuesday of each month, 7pm Leader:  Laurie Leff Current Events 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7pm Leader:  Leon Stein Current Events 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7pm Leader:  Leon Stein Film Discussion 4th Wednesday of each month, evening Leader:  Stan Finer Genealogy 1st Monday of each month, 7pm Leader:  Barbara Schober Grand Dominion Singers Choral Club Periodic Mondays or Thursdays Leader:  Martha Swan Ladies Golf Seasonal – Tuesdays Leader: Susan Schlitt Mens Golf Seasonal – Wednesdays Leader:  Bill Smith Mexican Train Tuesdays, 1pm Leader:  Joy Gaftman, Judy Nierman Painting Thursdays, 9am Leader:  Susan Kronowitz Pan 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month, 1pm Pickleball Seasonal Leader:  Sam & Kay Ritchie Ping Pong Fridays & Saturdays, 10am Leader:  Richard Golden Poker Wednesdays, 12:30pm & Thursdays, 5:30pm Leader:  Jerry Orloff Poker Pals Tuesdays, 7pm Quilting 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month, 1:30pm Leader:  Jane Velander Readers Book Discussion Periodic Wednesdays, 3:30pm Leader:  Janice Borg Singles Periodic events, monthly Leader:  Laurie Leff Tennis Al Cheung Seasonal GRAND DOMINION INTEREST GROUPS: Biking Started May 5th - Saturdays, 8:30am Leader: David Schnitzer Billiards Sundays and Wednesdays, 2pm Leader:  Alan Hahn Bowling Buddies Seasonal – Mondays, 12:30pm Leader:  Richard Deddo Garden Club 1st Monday of each month, 1pm Leader:  Joan Jones Gin Rummy Mondays, 6:30pm Leader:  Gil Linderman Hand & Foot Cards Mondays, 1pm Leader:  Lois Gaffke Helping Hands Periodic Leader:  Diane Schultz Knitting Wednesdays, 7pm Leader:  Sheila Linderman Ladies Canasta Wednesdays, 9am Leader:  Priscilla Mortland Ladies Lunch 2nd Friday of each month, 12pm Leader:  Joan Jones Mah Jongg Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 1pm Tuesdays, 6:30pm Music Appreciation 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7pm Leader:  Lee Bassett, John Kivlehan Pinochle Mondays, 1pm Leader:  Carol Huber Rummikub Mondays, 6:30pm Scrabble Thursdays, 1pm Leader:  Rita Kompare Women’s Thursday Poker 3rd Thursday of each month, 6:30pm Leader:  Sharron Rosenthal HELPING HANDS Do YOU need a helping hand?  Maybe Helping Hands can help!                                    Helping Hands is a group of residents who want to lend their “hands” to other residents within the community who may need assistance of some kind.  This may take the form of: ·         A social phone call or get well wish ·         Help around the home in time of sickness or healing ·         A ride to an appointment, a store, pharmacy, physical therapy on a limited or occasional basis ·         A wellness visit ·         A hospitality visit ·         Card recognition for illness or loss of a loved one ·         Community  information dissemination ·         Local resource materials ·         Web portal training The group’s purpose and function is based solely on the need for assistance and will maintain the utmost sense of privacy and respect at all times.  The members will rely on requests by residents ONLY and all assistance will be given on a confidential basis unless otherwise requested by a resident. If you are in need of assistance by the group or have permission by someone to make a request on their behalf, please contact the person in Helping Hands from your neighborhood listed below.  For Helping Hands Assistance, contact: NH 1 – Mary Shifley, 847-949-8838 NH 2 – Peggie McQueen, 224-475-0096 NH 3 – Diane Whittier, 847-566-6960, Heidi Coagan, 224-475-0252, Carolyn Maxwell, 847-393-7892 NH 4 – Kay Ritchie, 847-393-7443, Wendy Siegel, 224-475-0151 NH 5 – Linda Dasso, 847-393-7085, Sharon Smith, 847-393-7379, Kathie Carr, 224-475-0192 NH 7 – Angel Nettles, 224-778-5002, Jill & Richard Schwartz, 224-475-0193 NH 8 – Terry Mabus, 847-740-6594 NH 9 – Nancy Noyer, 847-903-9078, Sally Foss, 847-566-0839 NH 10 – Diane Schultz, 847-651-7841, Steve Wagner, 847-393-7655 *IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN REPRESENTING YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD ON BEHALF OF THE HELPING HANDS GROUP, PLEASE CONTACT DIANE SCHULTZ, 847-651-7841 – WE WOULD LIKE AT LEAST THREE RESIDENTS FROM EACH NEIGHBORHOOD. NEIGHBORHOOD REPRESENTATIVES Do you know who YOUR neighborhood representative is?  Each of Grand Dominion’s 10 neighborhoods has up to 3 resident representatives who act on a volunteer basis to represent their neighborhood with the Board of Directors.  They conduct periodic neighborhood meetings to communicate information to the residents and meet monthly with the Board of Directors to discuss and resolve community issues and business.  All reps can be reached through the portal email system or by the contact information listed in the Resident Directory.  Here are the current representatives: NH 1          Rigg Warton, Chuck Hall, Daniel Sladek NH 2          Sid Lewis Clark, Martin Swan NH 3          Mary Olcese, Sheila Kirshner NH 4          Douglas McArthur, Harvey Loochtan, Sam Ritchie NH 5          Neville Carr, Sandy Prieur, Stewart Posternack NH 7          Stuart Margolis, Kathyrn Jordan NH 8          Dan Ceglarek, Terry Mabus, Judy Waitz NH 9          Stan Finer, Linda Gryziecki, Nicolette Podosek NH 10         Stuart Isaacson, Al Rosenberg, Steven Wagner *CHECK OUT THE COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD AREA! EACH NEIGHBORHOOD REPRESENTATIVE WILL PROVIDE INFORMATIONAL FLYERS FOR RESIDENTS IN NEW CIRCULAR FLYER RACK! GRAND DOMINION COMMITTEES The Grand Dominion community is fortunate to have several working committees to assist in many functions of the Association.  These volunteer positions are vital to the operation of our community and these committee members should be commended for their time and commitment.  If you are interested in serving in some capacity, please contact our Community Manager, Erica Horndasch.  Here are the current committees and members: COMPLIANCE:  Marv Rosenthal, Beth Vecchie, Diane Whittier, Harold Mayer, Judy Hays, Helene Stein, Rowan Harris FINANCE:  Martin Swan, Bruce Campbell, Alan Hahn, Richard Prieur MODIFICATIONS:  Sid Clark, Pete Himpelmann, Joanne McArthur, Joan Jones, Vince Notson, Sam Ritchie, Don Parmelee, Arnold Krinski SOCIAL:  Sandee Dabransky, Bobbi Ezell, Vicki Siegel, Charlene Bayerle, Carmela Ryan, Judy Feldman, Esther Sineni, Sharron Rosenthal, Rosely Kaiser, Nancy Noyer, Carol Hall, Joyce Fusello, Gloria Berman, Barbara Long, Chris Presslak, Florence Meyer PROPERTY & GROUNDS:  Mort Wallace, Sallie Hamm, Doug McArthur, Michael Sidell, Judy Sidell, Jerrold Orloff, Tom Sashko, Larry Whittier, Lee Bassett, Chris Presslak WETLAND:  Mort Wallace, Kathryn Jordan, Jeff Covert, Tom Baumann, James Lake, William McCarty, James Borg, Jerrold Orloff, Sallie Hamm, Larry Shifley LIFESTYLE & COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT: Al Rosenberg, Judi Marino, Charlene Bayerle, Rose Marie Clark, Myrna Goldman, Stan Finer, Pam Navarre, Carol Hall COMMUNITY DIRECTORY:  Bill McNulty, Marv Rosenthal, Sam Ritchie, Maggie Westley, Earl Polisky LAKESIDE LODGE ACCESS CARDS Residents are required to use their access cards for entry into the Lakeside Lodge during hours of operation.  Please have your access card with you at all times when visiting the lodge.  Access card lanyards are now available for purchase.  Access cards are issued to all residents after completion of a New Resident Orientation session.  A maximum of two access cards are issued for each household.  Additional residents, 19 years or older, who reside in the home for more than 6 months in a calendar year, may purchase an additional card for a fee of $500.00 per year.  Lost card fee replacement is $20.00.  Access cards are non-transferrable and to be used only by the resident to which it was issued. GUEST POLICY Guests may be sponsored by a resident for usage of the facilities in the Lakeside Lodge for a fee of $2.00 per guest, per visit, with a limit of 4 guests per household.  For your convenience, Punch Cards may be purchased for guest visits – 10 visits for $20.00 or 20 visits for $40.00.  Guests aged 19 and over may use the fitness center and pools during all hours of operation while accompanied by the resident.  Guests under 19 years of age may only use the pool areas during the hours of Family/Children Swim.  Guests must be accompanied by a resident at all times at the Lakeside Lodge facilities. FAMILY SWIM / CHILDREN POOL HOURS For Children Under 19 years of age: Monday-Thursday: 3pm – 5pm Friday: 4pm-7pm Saturday & Sunday: 1pm – 4pm Limit 4 guests per household - $2.00 per guest ROOM RENTALS AT LAKESIDE LODGE Celebrate your next event at Grand Dominion!  The Lakeside Lodge Multi-purpose rooms are available for private use rental for Grand Dominion residents. Show your friends and relatives the fantastic facilities at your next party, get-together or meeting.  It’s convenient, affordable and in your own backyard!  The details and rates are outlined in the Facility Use Guidelines, which can be accessed from the web portal in the “Community Documents” section.  Contact the Lifestyle Director for questions or to book your next event! GRAND DOMINION LIFESTYLE… LIVE IT, FEEL IT, LOVE IT!