The Gazette Volume 204 July 8 to July 21, 2018 95-Year-Old Woodside Resident Hops Camel in Egypt! Taylor Community 2018 Music Series New Hampshire Music Festival Woodwind Quintet Sunday, July 15 at 3pm Featuring Valerie Watts, Flute; Shawn Welk, Oboe; Bill Kalinkos, Clarinet; Nicolasa Kuster, Bassoon; and David Saunders, Horn, with the classical music of Beethoven, Nielsen and Paquito D’Rivera. Generously supported by Bank of New Hampshire, Taylor Community’s Music Series performances Resident Doris Duff never dreamed are free and open to the public. that she would still be traveling at this late age. She recently returned from This concert is generously sponsored by Residents Zeke and Mary Ettelson, Doris Duff, a two-week trip to Egypt with her sis- ter, Ginny Lovett. The ladies made and Kit and John Peterson. the trek to attend the graduation of her great-nephew Michael Fitzgerald from Cairo American College, where he graduated as Valedictorian of his class. Doris had a wonderful time, and advises everyone to go see the wonders of the pyra- mids. She’s shown here braving the sway of a camel at the Giza Pyramids. When asked about her longevity, Doris attributes it to keeping active, doing volunteer work and helping others. She stays very active and walks regularly. A huge fan of Wellness Director Tammy Levesque, Doris is always quick to give her credit, and regularly attends several of her classes in the Fitness Center. “Tammy is just so wonderful. Sometimes others fill in for her classes, and they’re very good, but you know… Tammy is simply irreplaceable!” Both ladies certainly have a zest for life! Mt. Rowe: 1680’ No Problem! Resident Trustee Nomination Forms with Bios are due to Paula Glaude at Taylor Home by July 9. Page 2 Nursing Who Doesn’t Love Daisies?! Residents enjoy Taylor Home Residents experimented with adding food the addition coloring to the water of fresh-picked daisies and were of a “Chair Chi” delighted with the results. They drained and rinsed class led by them several hours later to be able to bring them inside Russ Jones. for Cocktail Social and not jeopardize the cream- Benefits of colored carpet, but wondered how much more they’d Chair Chi have changed color if we’d left them. I tried it at home include balance, with interesting (and somewhat alarming) results. flexibility, range They’re shown on Page 7 after having been in the color of motion, for 36 hours. ~ Maureen strength, ener- gy, pain relief, tranquility, stress reduction, and peace of mind. Resident Larry Guild Honored for Service to Laconia Rotary Club Larry was honored on June 28 for his many years of dedicated service to the Laconia Rotary Club. Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps~ xxx build goodwill and peace. The main objective of Rotary is service – in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. Clubs are nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open to all cultures, races, and creeds. Laconia Rotary is part of this international network that values service above self. We also commend Larry for his service to Rotary, as well as the myriad of ways he supports us at Taylor Community! Welcome New Staff Ernie Liakas, Belmont, joins our transportation team as Driver. Ernie attended SNHU and holds a BS degree in Business. He likes to travel, and en- joys sports and wood-working projects. Alyssa Berg, Belmont, joins our Health Services team as LNA, having earned her credentials at LRCC. Alyssa was a dancer for 10 years. She has one sister and a cat, and loves the ocean and being outside. Ian Edwards, Laconia, joins Team Taylor as Groundskeeper. Ian describes himself as a good guy with a positive attitude. He’s run his own lawn care service, and enjoys working with tools and bicycle Looks like a postcard, doesn’t it?! riding. He has a cat at home named Bobcat. Resident Forrest Seavey took this photo with his drone, providing a new perspective of Taylor Home. Welcome to Taylor Community! Page 3 I will be out of the office from July 23 to August 3. Welcome New Residents! Paula Glaude has graciously offered to produce The Earl & Nancy Ellis Gazette Volume 206 (August 5—18) in my absence. 6/27 Woodside The content deadline for this issue is July 27. Please John Quinnam provide ready for print information (we’re not holding 6/29 Woodside Paula responsible for errors) and be sure to send to Peter Staib & Shirley Felong her at [email protected] before deadline. 7/2 Back Bay Thank you! Resident Roy Kincade Honored for 60 Years of Service to Freemasonry Did you see Roy in the Daily Sun? 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Note: Trip descriptors – Easy, Moderate, or Independent – indicate the degree of mobility [walking, standing, stepping, etc.] required in order to safely participate and enjoy the trip. All pick-up times are an approximation. Non–residents pay a $10 fee. There is a $10 fee charged for cancellations within 72 hours of the trip. Funds for show tickets purchased in advance are due when the order is placed and are non-refundable. Monday – July 9 – DATE CHANGE!! Ramblin’ Vewe Farm and Trail Walk [Moderate] This is an extremely well-groomed easy-to- moderate trail right in the heart of Gilford. Please wear good shoes and bring insect repellant and water, and a jacket in case of inclement weather. The bus will begin depart Woodside at 1:30PM and return around 3:00PM. Call Tammy at 366-1206 to be included in this outing. Tuesday – July 10 – Blueberry Picking at Stone Brook Hill Farm, Gilford [Moderate] Enjoy some gentle outdoor exercise and pick some nutritious blueberries! All are welcome. Please bring insect repellant, good shoes, a carrying bag and some money for blueberries. The bus will depart Woodside at 1:30PM. Call Tammy at 366-1206 to be included in this outing. PLEASE NOTE MULTIPLE DATES! July 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 – New Hampshire Music Festival [Easy] The New Hampshire Music Festival is a summer festival that honors the tradition of classical music while exploring new artistic paths. For nearly 20 years, the Festival has been in residence at Plymouth State University at the Silver Center for the Arts. The festival was founded in 1952 as a small chamber orchestra performing on Melody Island in Lake Winnipesaukee and has grown to be a highly-valued community asset. Every summer during July and August, musicians from around the country come to Plymouth to perform well-known classics and contemporary works. Please call Brenda to reserve a seat on the bus and order tickets as necessary. The bus will begin pick-up at 6:00PM. Wednesday – July 11 – Christa McAuliffe Planetarium [Moderate] The Christa McAuliffe Planetarium presents two floors of interactive exhibits and their Full-Dome Digital Sky-Skan Theater.