JUST AROUND THE CORNER - TOYS FOR TOTS By Fred Halde As I’ve wandered through a few stores lately, I’ve seen Halloween decorations, costumes and candy on full display. If I had done a deeper dive I wonder if I also would have seen Thanksgiving and Christmas themed items on the shelves as well. All this is to say that the holiday season is around the corner and that also means the “Toys for Tots” box will soon be on your doorstep. Well, not really on YOUR doorstep, but set up in the Health and Fitness Center. For a number of years Lake Ashton has responded with overwhelming generosity to this community outreach, which seeks to put a toy or two in the hands of children during the holidays. It is my hope this next “giving” season will see the same kind of response of love and caring. COMMUNITY SOCIAL POTLUCKS The best way to meet new friends is over a good meal! Join friends and neighbors at the monthly potlucks held at the Clubhouse and HFC. Bring a dish to share! Sign up online or at either Activities Office. HFC: November 21 Clubhouse: December 11 UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE November 4: Alzheimer's Walk December 4: Home Improvement Expo December 20: Golf Cart Parade & Reception December 20: Holiday Pet Parade December 31: New Year’s Eve 28 So as holiday items show up in the stores, be on the lookout for the box with the “Toys for Tots” train in the HFC. It’s just around the corner. Many thanks for your support! Questions? Contact Fred at 231-343-0638 or haldepcusa@gmail.com. Sponsored by Rotary on the Ridge. LA PURPLE ST A RS AN N U AL CHILI COOK-OFF By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will once again have their Chili Cook-off on January 24, 2025 to raise money for The American Cancer Society. This event has been a favorite among residents because we invite twenty to make chili for tasting. We also sell corn bread, water, and baked goods. Next year we will also have draft beer from Charm City, so bring a few extra bucks. We'll start selling tasting tickets in November. More information to come next month.
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