Activities/Clubs News

by Dolores Dillon

 

This month is our lunch month. We are having crepes, salad, drinks and homemade cookies. Next year we will be holding our meetings in Clubhouse 1 on the second Monday as usual but at 12pm. Coffee at 11:30. Pat has arranged for an AC Trip for February 14, 2023 - $30. Tickets for club Christmas party are on sale for $40. Dinner and Dancing - Good times!
The HCB Social and Fishing Club is looking for nominations or volunteers to fill the following Board positions for the Social and Fishing Club for the 2023 year: President and Secretary.
Please contact Dolores Dillon, President at 732-341-7953 or Vi Gillies at 856-505-9898.

Steve Abramson, Secretary

 

The Variety and Drama Club would like to personally thank everyone who showed up to the performances of “Those Were The Days” in October.  We hope you had a great experience.
What’s next?  Mum’s the word, but we are working on our next incredible performance with information to be given at a later date.
Our next meeting will be Tuesday, November 3rd at 7PM in Clubhouse 2.  All current members, as well as anybody who would like to join are encouraged to be there.  Come see what we’re all about!
If you have any questions about the group, please contact Steve Abramson at 609-661-0794.
Come join the spotlight and see you on the stage!

Dolores Dillon

 

It is fall and the weather is cooler, after a very warm summer. 
This month is our lunch- various quiche. Hope you get your $10.00 ticket. The annual Christmas Party is moving along. As usual it is at the Clarion, Dinner and Dancing. 
Our club could always use more members, so spread the word to all.

Lynn Lubanski, Secretary

 

Bocce and Traveling Bocce are finished for the season. We had our playoffs in July. Team 1 from Monday and Team 3 from Tuesday played. Team 1 won! Awards will be given at our Awards Luncheon.
Hoping to see everyone at the luncheon. The luncheon will be held at the Clarion Rt 37 at noon on Tuesday, October 11 from 12-4. Tickets are $25.
Please read your newsletter for upcoming meetings in 2023. Our next meeting this year will be at Clubhouse 1 on November 8 at 4 pm. Try to attend- we will be discussing next year’s season and elections.

Susan Schmied

 

Our next meeting is Wednesday, October 12th. Holly Twig meets the second Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in the H.C. Berkeley Clubhouse #2 - upper clubhouse.  Being part of this group doesn’t take very much time, and is very rewarding.  Refreshments are served; there is a brief business meeting before we have a program. If you have been thinking about joining, please put the date on your calendar and come. 
Our mission is to raise money to purchase comfort items for the patients of RWJ Barnabas Health/Community Medical Center. 100% of the profit of our fundraising goes into those items that are selected from a Wish List that is made up from various departments.  In the past, we have contributed such items as warming blankets, reclining chairs and televisions for the patients, just to name a few.    
Here is what’s coming up:
•    Raffle tickets are being sold for the $500 Visa gift card.
•    Thursday, October 6th the handbag sale is back in time for the holidays. The prices are always exceptional. Start your holiday shopping here.
•    Wednesday, October 19th, Boscov’s 25% off Discount Pass, Friends Helping Friends
•    Friday, November 4th the Holly Twig Holiday Boutique is back. Come and shop here for great gift ideas and baked goods.  There will be an assortment of beautiful crafted items, too. At 3 p.m. we will have the drawing for the $500 Visa gift card.  Raffles will be available to purchase from a Holly Twig.
Sales are from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Outpatient Lobby and parking is free.
Personalized Letter from Santa to your special child is returning. Flyers with information will be available, or call for more information.
We continue to accept donations of new items that we resell and donations of yarn. We are always making baby hats for the newborns to wear home.
Susan (732)267-5274 • Marylou (908)770-5176 • Elizabeth (732)349-5857
Holly Twig, 270 Bonaire Drive, Toms River, NJ  08757

Steve Abramson, Organizer

 

Autumn weather has finally arrived, and with the cooler weather, Casual Bocce has more spots available.
Bocce (or “Lawn Bowling” as it’s sometimes referred to), is an easy sport to learn and everyone is encouraged to join us.  Only requirement is wearing closed toe sneakers or shoes (oh and to have fun!).  
Games are Monday and Tuesday mornings from 10:00-Noon.  Reservations are required.  You will choose a day you want to play (either Monday and/or Tuesday) and you will be on the schedule for the rest of the season.
Casual Bocce has no set teams.  There is no measuring of the balls.  No paddles.  Strictly fun amongst friends.
Monday, October 17th will be the first ever “Annual Tournament Of Champions.”  Up to 32 players will play a bracket competition to see who will be the last man or woman standing.  Games start at 9AM and will continue until around noon.  This promises to be an exciting event whether participating or viewing.
To reserve your slot, call Steve Abramson at 609-661-0794.

Linda DeSilva

 

To our Bunco players,
We started our new season of Bunco last month. October 18th is our next Bunco game. New members are still welcomed to join Bunco. So, if you were thinking about joining, it’s not too late.
Bunco is the third Tuesday of each month. It’s in Clubhouse 2 up on the hill. Doors open at 12:00 to sign up. The game starts at 1:00 P.M. and ends at 3:30 P.M.
New Member:  If you haven’t played Bunco, have no fear. The staff will be happy to show you the game.
Masks are not required. It is your option, do what feels comfortable for you.
We are at Clubhouse 2 in the auditorium.
The Bunco Staff and maintenance personnel are working to create additional space between tables, and there are hand sanitizers on each table for your convenience. 
The Bunco Staff wish all health and happiness. 
Any questions, please call Linda: 732-616-8325 or Judy: 570-730-8490.

Steve Abramson, Public Relations

 

Do you sing in the shower?  
Do you sing in the car?
Do you sing on the phone when those spam callers bother you?
If so, you’re exactly what we’re looking for!
The Melodiers are a musical group where everyone is encouraged to join.  NO formal training is needed.  NO Auditions are ever given!  The only requirement is the love for music and the desire to sing.  EVERYONE is welcome to join as long as you live in the Holiday City communities.
Our next performance is called “Sounds Of The Seasons” and will be on December 4th at 2PM in Clubhouse 2.  Tickets are $5.00 and are available on the first and third Tuesday of the month in Clubhouse 1 from noon to 1PM.
If you would like to join, rehearsals are every Wednesday from 4:00-6:00PM in Clubhouse 2 in the Main Hall.  Stop by and give a listen!
If you have any questions or comments, please contact Harold Stewart at 201-982-3524 or 848-226-6972.  If no answer, please leave a message.

Steve Abramson, Secretary

 

The time has finally arrived.  “Those Were The Days” will be making its official debut on Saturday, October 15th at 7:30PM and Sunday, October 16th at 2:00PM in Clubhouse 2.  Tickets are $7.00 each and will be available for purchase in Clubhouse 1 on Tuesday, October 4th from 12-1PM as well as at the door the time of the performances.
New members are welcome to stop by and observe.  We meet up every Monday and Tuesday from 6:00-9:00PM at Clubhouse 2 in the main hall.  Come see what we’re all about!
If you have any questions about the group, please contact Steve Abramson at 609-661-0794.  If you have any questions about the Musical Revue please contact Linda Roth at 201-873-1185
Come join the spotlight and see you on the stage!

BY PAST COMMANDER James Egan 732-341-4905

 

The meetings of Silver/Holiday V.F.W. Post 10185 will be held on the First Thursdays at 1:00 PM in the Silver Ridge Park West Clubhouse, 145 Westbrook Drive. We meet in the daytime, so you do not have to drive at night. To join our post, just bring a copy of your Discharge (DD-214) to our meeting and you'll receive a hardy welcome and refreshments before the meeting. If you need a ride to the meeting or want more information without any obligation call Past Post Commander James Egan at 732-341-4905.
Tuesday, October 4th Yom Kippur begins at Sunset and ends on Wednesday at Sunset.
Monday, October 10th is Columbus Day.
Thursday, October 13th is the U.S. Navy Birthday (1775)
Monday, October 31st is Halloween.
Tuesday, October 25th at 7:00 pm V.F.W. Post 10185's Officers will attend V.F.W. District 12's meeting at V.F.W. Post 3729, at Beach Haven, New Jersey, where the latest V.F.W. Programs and events will be discussed.
Thursday, November 3rd. Pancake Breakfast for all veterans. Please call Commander Egan 
732-341-4905 if you are attending so we can have an accurate number for the breakfast.