AUGUST 2012 LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

	AUGUST 2012 LIFESTYLE CALENDAR Have a wonderful summer, Grand Dominion! by: Tracy Citrano
August 2012 Lifestyle Calendar “There shall be eternal summer in the grateful heart.” ~Celia Thaxter 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 Karen Schroeder, Certified Personal Trainer and Grand Dominion Fitness Instructor, Peak Form Personal Training Saturday, August 25th, 9:00-10:00am – 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, Karen Schroeder, as she 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. *AUGUST 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 Thursday, August 2nd, 6:30-7:30pm & Tuesday, August 7th, 1:30-2:30pm - 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. AUGUST MARKET DAY – Lakeside Lodge Saturday, August 4th – 9:00-10:00am – Please arrive at 8:30am to help with orders. 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 August 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 31st, 5pm. AUGUST 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 Wednesday, August 1st, 6:30pm – FILM TITLE TBD   OPERA MOVIES AT THE LODGE Wednesday, August 15th, 6:30pm – FILM TITLE TBD GRAND DOMINION FILM CLUB MOVIE NIGHT Wednesday, August 22nd, 6:30pm – FILM TITLE TBD SUMMER CONCERT – Class of ‘68 Friday, August 3rd, 6:00-8:00pm – 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 “feel-good-music for everyone… just the way you remember it!”  CLASS OF 68 – a 1960’s Rock and Roll and R&B band will entertain Grand Dominion at this Summer Concert!  This authentic 1960’s era band will entertain with an emphasis on dance music and crowd interaction and will take the audience “back to a simpler place and time!”  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 and blankets just in case!     NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.  ENTRY FEES WILL BE COLLECTED AT DOOR ON DAY OF CONCERT. “A Wise Alternative to Self-Insurance” – A Presentation by MERRILL LYNCH Tuesday, August 7th – Two Presentations - 4:00pm & 7:00pm – NO COST Join presenters, John Birkhauser, Senior Vice President, Investments and Ryan Birkhauser, Financial Advisor from Merrill Lynch for this seminar on Long-Term Care Insurance.  Learn information about long-term care services, protection of your retirement assets, leveraged long-term care benefits, guaranteed death benefits, long-term care setting choices and much more. Refreshments will be served. Register at front desk.  No Cost. ROADS SCHOLAR EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL PROGRAMS PRESENTATION Thursday, August 23rd, 6:30pm – NO COST If you like to travel and like to learn, come on a Road Scholar adventure!  Road Scholar is the leader in non-profit educational travel for adults.  It offers more than 6,500 trips each year in 50 states and 150 countries.  Road Scholar offers expert instructors, extraordinary access and comprehensive tour packages at reasonable prices.  Participants are interesting, curious and adventurous – they’re a lot like you!  Presenters Nann and Steven Hilyard began traveling with Road Scholar in 1996 and have participated n 27 programs (with more planned!)  They live in Winthrop Harbor, where Nann is Director of the Zion-Benton Public Library and Steve is happily retired!  Come join this couple for a lively presentation! Register at front desk.  No Cost. MAVERICKS NIGHT OUT – Mavericks, 2061 Maple Ave., Mundelein Wednesday, August 8th, 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.  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. TEXAS HOLD ‘EM TOURNAMENT – Lakeside Lodge Saturday, August 18th – Noon Entry Fee is $35.00 per person – CHECKS PAYABLE TO GIL LINDERMAN – REGISTRATION FORMS AND PAYMENT MAY BE LEFT AT FRONT DESK OR MAILED TO GIL LINDERMAN, 2941 RAVINIA CIRCLE, MUNDELEIN.  Try your luck at one of the popular games!  Prizes will be awarded based on the number of players.  A portion of the registration fee will be donated to the Disabled American Veterans.  Tournament begins at 12pm, sharp.  All entries must be submitted no later than 15 minutes before the tournament begins.  Space is limited so EARLY REGISTRATION IS STRONGLY SUGGESTED.  Entry Fee is $35.00 per person.  CHECKS PAYABLE TO GIL LINDERMAN – REGISTRATION FORMS AND PAYMENT MAY BE LEFT AT FRONT DESK OR MAILED TO GIL LINDERMAN, 2941 RAVINIA CIRCLE, MUNDELEIN. For more information, contact Gil Linderman, 224-475-0241. “Sleep Apnea:  More Than a Bad Night’s Sleep” – A Presentation by Advocate Condell Medical Seminar Tuesday, August 21st, 6:30pm – NO COST The risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea will be the focus of this important seminar.  Presented by Christine McBride, Supervisor of Advocate Condell’s Sleep Lab, McBride will explain how non-invasive sleep studies are used to assess and to diagnose sleep apnea and the treatment options available.  Register at front desk.  No Cost. “Depression:  The Facts, The Fiction, and some Updates on Current Research” – A Presentation by CAPSTONE CLINICAL RESEARCH Monday, August 27th, 7:00-8:00pm – NO COST Join Drs. Michael Greenbaum and Christopher Poppe of Capstone Clinical Research in Libertyville for an informative discussion of major depressive disorder in children, adolescents, and adults.  Dr. Greenbaum is a Board Certified Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist who has been treating patients in Lake County for two decades, and Dr. Poppe is a Psychologist specializing in psychiatric research.  Together they have conducted more than 100 clinical trials of investigational medications in such conditions as major depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder.  The lecture will be followed by ample time for Q&A, so be sure to bring your questions.  Register at front desk.  No Cost. “Planning for Healthcare in Retirement” – A Presentation by EDWARD JONES Wednesday, August 29th, 6:30pm – NO COST Join the financial experts from Edward Jones as they lead this educational presentation that will address the following topics: Ø  The growing costs of retiree healthcare Ø  Medicare basics – understanding A, B, D, Advantage and Medigap Ø  Development of a personalized plan Make sure your retirement plans are in place and make your plans to attend this seminar.  Register at front desk.  No Cost. GOLD & SILVER BUYING EVENT – Presented by PGS Gold Buyers - Lakeside Lodge Wednesday, August 29th, 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. COMMUNITY FITNESS WALK – Lakeside Lodge Walking Path Friday, August 31st, 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. 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  SEPTEMBER 7TH & 8TH – COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE – Details coming soon! Ø  SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th – END OF SUMMER CONCERT WITH Rick “Elvis” Saucedo! Ø  TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH THRU NOVEMBER 27TH – SENIOR POLICE ACADEMY, Presented by the Mundelein Fire Dept. Ø  SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13TH – 6TH ANNUAL HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR Ø  SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27TH – RESIDENT HALLOWEEN PARTY Ø  SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28TH – THE RETURN OF THE HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR OPEN HOUSE PARTY FOR RESIDENTS, GUESTS AND CHILDREN! 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 AUGUST FITNESS PROGRAMS - FREE!!! FREE!  FITNESS CONSULTATIONS by Mark Guthrie, Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Consultant, Five Point Fitness Saturday, August 11th, 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 Karen Schroeder, Certified Personal Trainer and Grand Dominion Fitness Instructor, Peak Form Personal Training Saturday, August 25th – 9:00am-10:00am – 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, Karen Schroeder, as she 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  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 NO CLASS ON MONDAY, AUGUST 6TH 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. AUGUST 15TH 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 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 NO CLASS ON MONDAY, AUGUST 6TH 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, AUGUST 23rd   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 DUE TO INSTRUCTOR’S VACATION, NO CLASS ON SAT. AUG. 25TH, TUES. AUG. 28TH, THURS. AUG. 30TH, SAT. SEPT. 1ST, TUES. AUG. 4TH 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  THE FINANCE COMMITTEE IS LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD MEMBERS! The Grand Dominion Finance Committee is currently looking to expand their current committee size from three to five members.  If you are interested in serving on this committee, please submit your resume to the front desk c/o Alan Hahn, Committee Chairman. 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:  Don’t Miss the Road Scholar presentation on Thursday, August 23rd, 6:30pm at the Lakeside Lodge! ü  Do You Have A Suggestion for a Community Enhancement?  THE LIFESTYLE & COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE NEEDS 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 Music Appreciation 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7pm Leader:  Lee Bassett, John Kivlehan 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 Seasonal - 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 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          Chuck Hall, Daniel Sladek, Florence Meyer 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, 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, 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!