A CROWD OF 50 PEOPLE ENJOYED A RETURN VISIT FROM GALLERY RESIDENT BRIAN GRAVILLE AND 

FRIEND BOB REEVES.

MANY FAVOURITE SING-A-LONG TUNES WERE PLAYED AND WE THANK THESE TALENTED GENTLEMEN FOR BRINGING US A VERY ENJOYABLE HOUR OF MUSIC.

Photo Credit:  Gerry Meade

Brian on left and Bob on right.

CLICK ON ARROW BELOW TO HEAR

 

 

 

FROM JOHN WHITTON:

Admin note:  I don't think anyone in The Gallery is moving as quick as this guy, well maybe Jean.

 

DO YOU ENJOY PLANNING PARTIES 

AND ENTERTAINING FRIENDS?

THE GALLERY SOCIAL COMMITTEE IS LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS TO HELP PLAN THE MANY SOCIAL ACTIVITIES THAT MAKE OUR COMMUNITY A FUN PLACE TO LIVE. 

TWO MEMBERS WORK TOGETHER TO PLAN AN EVENT.  THE OTHER MEMBERS AND RESIDENTS THEN SUPPORT THE EVENT AS NEEDED.

IF YOU ARE NEW TO OUR COMMUNITY, THIS IS A GREAT WAY TO MEET PEOPLE AND GET INVOLVED.

IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT EITHER:

GERRY MEADE, SUITE 908 OR 

SHARON FERRISS SUITE 1105.

Joyce Hawley is looking for someone to visit her cat for 10 days in January, this would include putting food down, fresh water and litter.  This is a paid visit.  I will be leaving Jan. 15th.

Contact:  Joyce - Suite 1008

THE GALLERY HAS BEEN HOME TO THE FOLLOWING PAST RESIDENTS WHO SERVED THEIR COUNTRY IN DIFFERENT FORCES.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!

A GOOD CROWD OF 20 HAD A LOT OF FUN PLAYING CROKINOLE THIS MONTH.  

OUR NEXT TIME WILL BE DECEMBER 2ND.  PLEASE BRING A SNACK TO SHARE AFTER WE PLAY TO CELEBRATE ANOTHER GOOD YEAR.

WINNERS THIS MONTH WERE:

Left to right:

Joanne Patterson (2nd), Barry Besso (1st) and Rod Dixon - (3rd)

NEWCOMERS ALWAYS WELCOME!!

THERE WAS A GOOD ASSORTMENT OF COSTUMES AT THE HALLOWEEN PARTY ON SATURDAY NIGHT.

THANKS TO THE LEADS GERRY MEADE AND SHARON FERRISS FOR THE GREAT DECORATIONS AND PRIZES FOR COSTUMES AND PUMPKIN DECORATING.  

SHARON & GERRY

1st PLACE VICTORIA CUTHBERT, 

2ND PLACE GLORIA SINCLAIR

PUMPKIN DECORATING - 1ST PLACE #2 GLORIA SINCLAIR

50/50 WINNER - SHARON FERRISS

Thank you John Whitton for photo

JOHN WHITTON CREATION BELOW

MUMMY DOGS

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE ON THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK!!

ELDA WATTS & LORRAINE MORRIS SHARED THIS 

WEEK'S JACKPOT BINGO - $80.

Photo Credit:  Arlene Ogden

 

Irene Green was a former resident:

 

In Loving Memory of Irene Green

At 98 years young, Irene Green leaves behind a life defined by love, resilience, and an undeniable humour.

Born in Toronto, Irene called the city home for 89 years before spending her final nine years in Georgetown. She was caring, graceful and kind. Irene was sharp, witty, and fun to be with—a true friend and a constant presence in the lives of those lucky enough to know her.

Irene shared 67 wonderful years of marriage with the love of her life, Gordon Green, until his passing in 2015. Together they built a beautiful family. She was a devoted mother to Robert, Kathie (Sid), and Julie, and was predeceased by her son, David, in 2015. She was a proud grandmother to seven grandchildren and a beloved great-grandmother to five great-grandchildren.

And, of course, there was Ava—her faithful four-legged walking buddy and companion.

Irene lived a long life, but more importantly, she lived it well: with strength, humour, loyalty, curiosity, and an unmistakable spark that remained uniquely hers.

Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Edgewater for the kindness and care they showed Irene.

Rest peacefully, Queen Irene

PLEASE WELCOME TO THE GALLERY

PEGGY & DOUGLAS VIVIAN - SUITE 808

 

BONFIRE REPORT FROM JOHN WHITTON:

 The October 26^th bonfire was a success, though a little diminished by overcast skies and the absence of Gloria's sound track.  Thanks to all who attended, and to Brenda Payton for the cookies.  For those who were disappointed, here is the Hunter's Moon setting at 9:00 AM Tuesday.

When Agatha Van Ryn lived in The Gallery she placed one of these containers on every floor in the hopes that all would donate their pop/beer tabs.

Agatha collected and donated all the tabs to the Georgetown Legion who received cash for the aluminum from a recycling company.  This money is used by the Legion to purchase wheelchairs for the disabled.

I talked to Agatha's daughter and she said they would like to continue to collect the tabs at The Gallery if possible.

So keep on putting yours (and anyone else's) tabs in the containers and they will go to Agatha's daughter who will deliver them to the Legion.

THANKS TO SOME OUTSIDE DONERS WE HAVE COLLECTED A LOT OF TABS THIS TIME.

THANK YOU CHERYL HAYNES FOR TAKING ON THIS JOB.

 

THE MINUTES OF THE OCT. 22 RAC MEETING ARE NOW POSTED ON THE LOBBY BULLETIN BOARD.  

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO READ AS THESE MINUTES WILL KEEP YOU UP TO DATE ON WHAT IS HAPPENING IN YOUR BUILDING AND THE ASSOCIATED COSTS TO THE WORK APPROVED.

RESIDENTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE

IT WAS AN EXCELLENT TURNOUT OF 92 PEOPLE LAST NIGHT AT OUR NORTH HALTON DINNER.

UNFORTUNATELY BECAUSE OF ILLNESS WE HAD SOME LAST MINUTE CANCELLATIONS.

I HOPE EVERYONE ENJOYED THEIR DINNER AND THE FUN OF HAVING A MAGICIAN PERFORM AT THE TABLES.  

THANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS WHO ASSISTED THE RESIDENTS LAST NIGHT:

GERRY & BETH MEADE

SCOTT LANGSTAFF

GOLDIE CASH

NANCY MCINTYRE

MARTHA JACK

CAROL DIJKMAN

Also, many thanks to those who offered transportation to everyone 

who needed a ride.

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FROM JEAN:

The Gallery has a surplus in its operating budget, which means that the monthly fees collected were greater than the expenses incurred during the year. This is achieved through careful financial management and ongoing efforts to control costs while continuing to maintain a safe, clean, and well-functioning building for all residents.

It is important to note that this surplus remains within The Gallery and can only be used for the benefit of Gallery residents. This year, residents voted to use these funds for a dinner outing at the golf club. We also used some of the surplus to bring the ice cream truck to The Gallery throughout the summer for residents to enjoy.

These initiatives are made possible by prudent management of the building's finances and are intended to enhance the enjoyment and sense of community for all residents.

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BELOW IS A PICTURE OF TONY & PATTY RAND ON THEIR

WEDDING DAY ON APRIL 3, 1982 AT NORTH HALTON.

LAST NIGHT THEY HAD A PICTURE TAKEN FROM THE

 VERY SAME SPOT - 44 YEARS LATER.

 HALLOWEEN PICTURES FROM THE PAST

SHIRLEY NORMAN WAS THIS WEEK'S 

JACKPOT BINGO WINNER - $65!!

Photo Credit:  Arlene Ogden