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NEWS FROM THE STAFF

STAFF

BLUE SKIES SUPPORTS THE FIGHT AGAINST ALZHEIMER’S

By: Chip Utterback, President & CEO

Last year, BST was represented at the San Antonio Alzheimer’s walk by one resident and two staff members. The two staff members promised the resident, “We can and will do better.” It was a months-long process involving many staff and residents culminating in a day filled with BST volunteers manning the Flower Garden and the BST Booth along with more walkers than we could fit in one photo. When all was said and done, we kept our promise. In fact, at last Wednesday’s Appreciation Lunch for those organizations

represented at the 2016 Alzheimer’s Walk, BST received a certificate for highest number of attendees tying with another San Antonio senior living provider. Way to go Blue Skies of Texas Residents, Staff and Board Members! Your tenacity and volunteer spirit continue to make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS By: Fred Ryder, Chief Operations Officer

On Nov 10, 1775 the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia passed a resolution stating that "two Battalions of Marines be raised" for service as landing forces with the fleet. With this resolution, the United States Marine Corps was created. We offer our gratitude and congratulations to all who have served our Nation as members of the United States Marine Corps. Semper Fi.

NOTES FROM THE DIRECTOR OF RESIDENT SERVICES

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Save The Date –

Friday, Nov 4 - Thrift Shop Basket Sale, Room 110, 7am until sold out Tuesday, Nov 8 – Election Day Voting, CC Rooms, 7am-7pm

November 3, 2016

The Roadrunner A Biweekly Newsletter of Blue Skies West

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Wednesday, Nov 9 – Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations, CC Rooms, 5pm Thursday, Nov 10 – DRAC Meeting, CC3, 1:30pm Friday, Nov 11 – Veterans Day Ceremony, outside Lobby entrance at the Flag Pole area, 11am (see article on page 4) Friday, Nov 11 – Morrison Meet & Greet, Roadrunner Lounge, 2pm Tuesday, Nov 15 – Turkey Trot, Main Lobby, 9am Wednesday, Nov 16 – Town Hall Meeting, Roadrunner Lounge, 1:30pm Thursday, Nov 17 – Resident Council Meeting, Roadrunner Lounge, 1:30pm Friday, Nov 18 – Arts & Crafts Fair, Main Lobby, 10am-3pm

Bon Appetit – Due to the changeover from Sodexo to Morrison the Bon Appetit delivery will be Friday, Nov 4.

Time Change - It will soon be that time of year again to “fall back” and turn your clocks back one hour for the end of Daylight Savings time. Remember to change the time before you go to bed on Saturday night Nov 5, or if you like to stay up late, the actual time to turn the clock back is 2am, Sunday, Nov 6.

Election Day Parking – We’re gearing up for a very busy voting day on Tuesday, Nov 8. The parking lot to the right of the Flag Pole, at the Lobby entrance, will be reserved for our off campus voters only. To help ensure there’s plenty of parking, when you come to the main building on Tuesday, the 8th, we suggest parking at one of the other entrances.

Reminder – Sales began for the Tree of Lights and Poinsettias on Tuesday, Nov 1. Sales run through Wednesday, Nov 30.

Meet Morrison Staff – We’ll be having a short “Meet and Greet” in the Roadrunner Lounge on Friday, Nov 11, from 2-3pm in the Roadrunner Lounge. Please stop by to meet and welcome the new staff members from Morrison.

Town Hall Meeting – On Wednesday, Nov 16, from 1:30-2:30pm in the Roadrunner Lounge I will be briefing the results of the Resident Survey. Please join me for this presentation.

Resident Roster – We’ll be printing the BST West new resident roster at the beginning of December. Please stop by the Front Desk to check your current

IN MEMORIAM Lt Col Kenneth Clark II

Passed away on Oct 8, 2016

IN MEMORIAM Mrs. Nancy Novak

Passed away on Oct 28, 2016


information, and make any updates you would like included. We will be happy to add cell numbers, your email address and paws indicating a pet in your home. This is an in-house publication and is not shared to outside entities.

Library Trips – Would you be interested in regular trips to a local Library? If so, please contact me at 568-3301; if there’s enough interest, we’ll get it on the schedule.

Safety – Reminder! When using your emergency pendant, you must press and hold the button for a few seconds. As soon as you see the red light flashing on the front, you can release the button. A good rule of thumb is to hold the button to a count of five before releasing.

Housekeeping Spotlight Item – These weekly items give housekeepers an area of special interest. Housekeepers will still adhere to their checklists, but will pay special attention to the Spotlight Items of the week.

Week of Nov 7 – Clean Ovens Week of Nov 14 – Walls/Switches/Door Plates

Wednesday Shopping – We depart the West Campus at 1pm. Return pick up is 3:30pm.

Wednesday, Nov 9 – Trader Joes Wednesday, Nov 16 – Costco

Friday “Mall” Transportation – Friday, Nov 4 – La Cantera Friday, Nov 11 – Ingram Mall

Friday, Nov 18 – Wonderland Mall of the Americas and North Star Mall

WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS

By: Teresa Santana, Assistant Resident Services Director

Please give the following new residents a warm Blue Skies West “Welcome” in your respective neighborhoods.

Mrs. June Keller will move into #622 on Tuesday, Nov 15

Maj Rick Nollenberger and Nancee Langley will move temporarily into #1413

on Thursday, Nov 22

SCAM ALERT By: Shirley Clay, Resident Counselor

New Scams to Watch For – Between now and mid-December is the time for Medicare Open Enrollment in which the insured can make changes to their Medicare coverage or change Medicare Advantage Plans. Of course scammers will also want to take advantage of this time to try and obtain Medicare numbers or other personal information. So be alert for calls or e-mails from people:



Claiming to be from Medicare and requesting information to confirm billing information, such as account numbers or credit card numbers.

Offering free medical equipment – be wary, it could be a way of getting your personal information.

With unsolicited offers for medical equipment stating that your doctor ordered it. Verify with your doctor if you are unsure as this could be another way of getting personal information.

Calling or e-mailing stating you should or have to change your Medicare plan. A Medicare insured person can make changes during this time of year but may not need to do so. Never make a hasty decision over the phone to change your plan. If you have questions, you can always ask the staff in your doctor’s office for assistance. The staff in the BST Wellness Office is always happy to answer questions in regard to Medicare plans.

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY By: Russ McCarthy

On Friday, Nov 11, at 11am at the flag pole, there will be a Veterans Day Ceremony for Blue Skies of Texas West residents. Our Distinguished Visitors for this ceremony are the residents of The Vista and Liberty House. A separate inside ceremony will be held for our Distinguished Visitors from Freedom House at 1pm

in the Freedom House lobby. We encourage as many as possible to attend both ceremonies. All Attendees who have (even if you can’t get it all buttoned) a uniform, flight suit, flight jacket, party suit and etc., are encouraged to wear them, in remembrance of our departed comrades. After the ceremony, we encourage you to visit with our Distinguished Visitors. You may see a smile cross their face as they recognize a uniform that reminds them of happy memories. If you are unable to attend the ceremony, but are eating lunch in the dining room on Nov 11, we ask you also wear your uniform. This year’s ceremony will feature the 2015 & 2016 National Champion Air Force Junior ROTC Drill Team from John Jay High School. The drill team cadets will be having lunch with us in the Dining Room following the ceremony. We need singles/couples to host one or two cadets each for the lunch following the ceremony. If you would like to be a host/hostess, please give me a call. Please take time from your schedule to join us in a salute to our Distinguished Visitors, our departed comrades, our men and women in uniform and to all veterans who have served in our Armed Services. In case of rain or cold weather, the ceremony will be held in the dining room.


MAINTENANCE

STAFF

EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION FUND By: BST West Resident Council

It has been a long-standing tradition for Blue Skies residents to express an additional “Thank You,” through the Employee Appreciation Fund. This fund is administered for us by our Finance Department, and you can participate by placing a check (please use checks instead of cash) into the slot marked “Employee Appreciation Fund” at the Front Desk or by making arrangements with Finance for a specific amount to be added to your Monthly Service Statement. These funds are gifted on our behalf twice a year (June and December) to all hourly paid employees (with the exception of the Beauty Salon employees – the only employees allowed to receive tips). Your check must be received at the Front Desk no later than Friday, Nov 25, by 5pm to be included in the upcoming distribution. Checks should be made payable to Blue Skies of Texas and marked for Employees’ Appreciation Fund. Thank you. Special Note: In addition to those individuals you see every day such as the wait staff, housekeepers and custodians, and Front Desk and Maintenance teams, we’ve been asked, “Who are some of the behind-the-scenes folks our Appreciation Fund reaches?” Here is a sampling (not all inclusive): Dishwashers, finance clerks, overnight Front Desk and Courtesy Officer teams, Human Resource Specialists, overnight shift nursing and assisted living teams, cooks and etc.

PE PEST CONTROL SCHEDULE By: Mercedes Cruz , System Coordinator

Friday, Nov 4: Friday, Nov 11:

Tower Apts – 106-108, 131-138,

141- 148

Tower Apts – 211 - 238, 221 - 228

Cottages – 1100-1200 Cottages –1300-1400

Specials – Village Center, Kitchen,

The Vista-Office & A Wing

Specials – Exterior Main Bldg. (Tower)

Ranch Homes – 860, 862, 864

Ranch Homes – 866-867


BOB’S BLOG By: B b

The note I received from Bob’s Doggy Day Camp… “Today Bob had a romping contest with friends and tied for 2nd. Then they had a snoozing contest and Bob took 1st place!” Are we surprised, at all???

BOB’S BOO BASH HALLOWEEN COSTUME WINNERS By: B b

Bob’s party was a howling success. All were dressed in costumes and tails were wagging in excitement, ready for the costume contest to begin. Bob chose to participate from a distance as he viewed all who participated as first place winners. Cali took First Place, owners Charley & Judy Michel, with Second Place going to Bonnie, owners Mike & Kathie Kulikowski. Congratulations!!!!

1st & 2nd Place Winners


AIR FORCE VILLAGES CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

We offer our sincere thanks to the donors listed immediately below who provided generous charitable gifts of $10,000 or more in October!

Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Cheever, Jr. Col and Mrs. Ralph L. Kuster, Jr.

Maj and Mrs. Clyde C. McCullough, Jr. Mrs. Mary H. Parriott

Lt Col and Mrs. James B. Ross, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Frank W. Sherman

Thrift Shop at Village West

We are also grateful to the following donors who provided generous support!

BLUE SKIES CHARITABLE FUND BLUE SKIES CHARITABLE FUND

Lt Col and Mrs. Edward V. Albert III Maj and Mrs. Louis W. Matamoros Col and Mrs. Francis L. Asbury Gen and Mrs. William V. McBride Lt Col and Mrs. George N. Backus Lt Col and Mrs. Charley L. Michel Bank of America Employee Giving Lt Col and Mrs. Edward J.C. Orbock, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Burke Col and Mrs. Paul A. Parker, Jr. Mrs. Dorothy Bynum Col and Mrs. Herbert J. Peck, Jr. Col and Mrs. Don Christian Mr. and Mrs. James E. Pierson Lt Col and Mrs. Melvin V. Corley, Jr. Mrs. Nelle M. Pope Capt and Mrs. John Councilman, Jr. Col and Mrs. Robert E. Smith Maj Gen Lewis G. Curtis Maj and Mrs. Robert T. Smith Dr. and Mrs. Rad Eanes III Mrs. Hellen F. Steadman Col and Mrs. Wayne Erwin Col Yale F. Trustin Col Sharon Freeto and SMSgt Bill Irwin Maj and Mrs. Gustave R. Vanderneck Col John Fucik Col Dave Wise Col and Mrs. Max Giovannini Col and Mrs. Albert S. Hale, Jr. AIR FORCE WIDOWS ENDOWMENT Lt Col Jerry Hardy & Ms. Diana Kellerman Mrs. Jean H. Bruce Mrs. Jeffie Hill Dr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Burke Col and Mrs. Richard D. Hoover Mrs. Irene L. Carson Maj Edward W. Hughes CAPT and Mrs. Ralph D. Comer Dr. and Mrs. Halifax King Maj Gen Lewis G. Curtis Lt Col and Mrs. Roger A. La Fond Col John Fucik Lt Col Robert W. Lamb Maj and Mrs. Michael P. Gam Col and Mrs. Joel E. Lichtenstein Estate of Mrs. Margaret W. M. Holden Lt Col Bill Linn Maj and Mrs. Robert B. Knapp Maj Gen and Mrs. John D. Logeman Dr. and Mrs. Robert M. Kruger


AFV CHARITABLE FOUNDATION REPORT FOR OCTOBER (continued)

AF WIDOWS ENDOWMENT (cont’d.) FREEDOM HOUSE FUND (cont’d.) Col and Mrs. Knute Lawson JPMorgan Chase Employee Giving Mrs. Clothilde A. Metz Mr. Dennis S. Krupinski Lt Col and Mrs. Mike Morris Col and Mrs. William B. Kruyer Col and Mrs. Paul A. Parker, Jr. Maj and Mrs. Louis W. Matamoros Gen and Mrs. Thomas M. Ryan, Jr. Network for Good Lt Col and Mrs. Norris S. Wynne Col and Mrs. Paul A. Parker Philanthropic Educational Organization AIR FORCE WIDOWS FUND Col and Mrs. Rollin S. Siefken Andersen AFB Officers' Spouses' Club Mr. Larry Sinclair Mrs. Connie S. Bacon Col and Mrs. Robert Stuart Battelle Charitable Giving Maj Gen and Mrs. Robert B. Tanguy Col and Mrs. Albert S. Hale, Jr. Col and Mrs. John E. Tucker Hill AFB Officers' Spouses' Club Lt Col Robert D. Inghram FREEDOM HOUSE RESEARCH FUND Col and Mrs. Jerry E. Marshall Lt Col Oliver F. Cole Maj and Mrs. Louis W. Matamoros Col Joe Dickinson Maxwell-Gunter Officers' Spouses' Club Lt Col Robert D. Inghram Lt Gen and Mrs. Michael D. McGinty Lt Col Frankie M. Krause Mildenhall Spouses' Club Lt Col and Mrs. Ronald N. Moore Mountain Home Officers' Spouses' Club Mrs. Nelle M. Pope Maj and Mrs. Charles Neyhart Col Dave Wise Col and Mrs. Allan J. Perry Lt Col and Mrs. Norris S. Wynne Lt Col Wm J. and Mrs. Renu Pollock HOSPICE CARE FOR HEROES FREEDOM HOUSE FUND Dr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Burke AT&T United Way Employee Giving Col and Mrs. Paul A. Parker, Jr. Battelle Charitable Giving Mrs. Nan A. Smith Mrs. Diane D. Cawthron Mrs. Margaret R. Watkins Maj Gen Lewis G. Curtis Ms. Ruth L. Derrick VILLAGE EAST FUND Educational Testing Service Giving Col John Fucik Col John Fucik Maj Clara C. Johnson Col and Mrs. Max Giovannini Dr. David Leas and Dr. Maria Leas Col and Mrs. Albert S. Hale, Jr. White Elephant at Village East Mr. Christopher Hauser Lt Col and Mrs. Norris S. Wynne Lt Col Robert D. Inghram


AFV CHARITABLE FOUNDATION REPORT FOR OCTOBER (continued) THE MISSION at Village East HIGH FLIGHT CENTER FUND (cont’d.) Col John Fucik Mrs. Scottie M. Bridges Mr. Dennis S. Krupinski Mrs. Anna L. Brown Mrs. Yvonne R. Schott Col and Mrs. Jack P. Bujalski Lt Col and Mrs. Norris S. Wynne Lt Col and Mrs. William Butkovich Maj and Mrs. John W. Yingling Col and Mrs. Don Christian Col and Mrs. Richard L. DeVillez VILLAGE WEST FUND Mrs. L. Kelly Dixon Lt Col and Mrs. Edward J.C. Orbock, Jr. Mrs. Dorothy Jo Dobbs Mrs. Elizabeth A. Wood Col and Mrs. Wayne Erwin Mrs. Gayl K. Ganskow THE VISTA at Village West Maj Frederick Glauner Col and Mrs. Albert S. Hale, Jr. Col and Mrs. Donald J. Hallager Lt Col Robert D. Inghram Mrs. Lyn M. Henderson Mr. Dennis S. Krupinski Lt Col and Mrs. Glen A. Jackson Col and Mrs. Ernest E. Kircus LIBERTY HOUSE at Village West Mr. Dennis S. Krupinski Mrs. Jeffie Hill Col and Mrs. Knute Lawson Lt Col Glenn W. Taylor Dr. David Leas and Dr. Maria Leas Col and Mrs. Joel E. Lichtenstein CONCERT SERIES Maj Gen and Mrs. John D. Logeman Col and Mrs. Wayne Erwin Col Orlando J. Manci, Jr. Col and Mrs. Knute Lawson Col and Mrs. Jerry E. Marshall CAPT and Mrs. Harold Lutz Mrs. Geraldine E. Martin Mrs. Clothilde A. Metz Col and Mrs. Billy Miller Col and Mrs. Allan J. Perry Lt Col and Mrs. Robert Nettleship Col Yale F. Trustin Maj and Mrs. Charles Neyhart CAPT and Mrs. Edward W. Wilson Col and Mrs. Paul A. Parker, Jr. Chaplain Charles R. Posey MARY OPAL WOLANIN ENDOWMENT Lt Col and Mrs. John J. Revak Col and Mrs. Allan J. Perry Mrs. Suzanne Robert Lt Col Anthony F. Santacroce Mrs. Wilma B. Rosencrans Maj and Mrs. John W. Yingling Mrs. Sandra H. Shull Capt and Mrs. Forrest Smith HIGH FLIGHT CENTER FUND Col Stump Sowada Maj Gen and Mrs. Jerrold P. Allen Mrs. Shirley Stephens Martin Col and Mrs. Thomas L. Atherton Col and Mrs. Robert Stuart Mrs. Connie S. Bacon Maj Gen and Mrs. Robert B. Tanguy Capt and Mrs. James P. Bigham, Jr. Lt Gen Herman O. Thomson


AFV CHARITABLE FOUNDATION REPORT FOR OCTOBER (continued)

HIGH FLIGHT CENTER FUND (cont’d.) EMPLOYEE EMERGENCY FUND Col Yale F. Trustin CAPT and Mrs. Ralph D. Comer Col and Mrs. John E. Tucker Capt and Mrs. John Councilman, Jr. Mrs. Carolyn K. Watson Maj Gen Lewis G. Curtis Maj Gen and Mrs. Wayne E. Whitlatch Lt Col Kathleen and Mr. Jesse Estrada Lt Col and Mrs. Thomas C. Young Col John Fucik Mrs. Sandra Gonzalez EMPLOYEE EMERGENCY FUND Maj and Mrs. Louis W. Matamoros Mrs. Shannon Albers Ms. Nona McElroy Lt Col and Mrs. George N. Backus Mrs. Nelle M. Pope Mrs. Anne A. Bowbeer Col and Mrs. Bobby Rutledge Dr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Burke Mr. Peter Stasker Maj Ellen Cahalan Col and Mrs. Robert Stuart Mr. and Mrs. Mark Carpenter Lt Col and Mrs. Norris S. Wynne Ms. Marla Casanova Mrs. Cynthia Yanez Mrs. Ann Christie

We offer a special thank you to those individuals listed immediately below

who donated through the AFV II Protestant Church in October to benefit the High Flight Center Fund.

Maj Gen and Mrs. Gary Alkire Mrs. Eileen Hubp Maj and Mrs. Kenneth F. Andrews, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. William H. Jacobs Col and Mrs. Francis L. Asbury LCDR and Mrs. Donald C. Jordan Lt Col and Mrs. Thomas H. Curtis Pastor and Mrs. Gil Richardson Dr. and Mrs. LeBaron W. Dennis Mrs. Sandy Shull Mrs. Gayl K. Ganskow Maj and Mrs. Kenneth L. Wells Dr. Robert E. Hess CAPT and Mrs. Edward W. Wilson

As always, we are also very grateful for the gifts of those donors

who choose to remain anonymous!

We make every effort to prepare a complete and accurate donor listing. Please accept our apology for any error. If you detect an error,

please contact the AFVCF office (568-3211) so that we can correct our records. Thank you.


RESIDENTS’ CORNER

WITH DEEP APPRECIATION By: Allan Novak

In the past three months I have been humbled repeatedly by prayers, cards, visits, flowers, gifts, encouragement, telephone calls and more. I am overwhelmed by the kindnesses that came our way from residents, administrators, The Vista/Hospice staff and volunteers, chaplains, bus drivers and others. Thank you all for the support you gave us both throughout this period of my Nancy’s declining health.

THANK YOU By: Gayl Ganskow

A huge “Thank you” to all the special friends who somehow remembered my recent birthday. The many cards and heartfelt messages were certainly appreciated. I never thought about being this age, but - the years don’t count when you’re happy and content. Actually, inside I feel like I’m in my 20’s. Life at our wonderful Blue Skies West is filled with caring residents, and I feel blessed to be here. A special “Thank you” to Nita and Jim Peck, the super party planners for the luncheon after our inspiring LH church service.

BIRDHOUSES FOR THE VISTA By: Ernest Kircus

The Wood Hobby Shop at Blue Skies West is a well-equipped shop to satisfy the most advanced woodworker. Al Buie is an active participant in the shop and has completed numerous projects for members of the Village. Recently Al was the designer, draftsman, engineer and “constructor” of twelve birdhouses for residents of the Vista to paint and hang in the trees outside their windows. The photo shows Al Buie presenting birdhouses to The Vista Activities Coordinator, Paula Qualls.

SOCIAL CLUB BOXES By: Frank Sherman & Tom Jones

There are still a few Social Club Liquor Boxes available for purchase. Lifetime members pay only $450 for lifetime use of the box. Monthly members pay a $50 refundable deposit and $10 per month. Lifetime membership is the most economical for year-round residents. Monthly membership is probably best for those who live here part time. The Social Club meets on the last Friday of the month from 5 to 8pm, with shared snacks and your own drinks. However, the boxes are available 24/7, except when the Road Runner Lounge is reserved by another group. Set-ups and ice are available Monday through Saturday during the dinner hours. If you would like more information, call Frank Sherman.


CASTROVILLE LIBRARY By: Allan Novak

The Castroville Library Great Courses Discussion Group began a new topic on Monday, Oct 10, entitled “The Aging Brain.” This course is presented as DVD lectures by Thad Polk, Ph.D. of the University of Michigan. We will learn not only what happens to our brain as we age and what cognitive changes we can expect, but also what we can do to keep our minds and brains healthy! The group meets at the Castroville Library on Monday evenings from 6:30-8pm. There is no cost and new participants are welcome at any time. For more information, contact the Library at 830-931-4095.

REFURBISHED COMPUTERS By: Thrift Shop Team

Remember, your Thrift Shop sells refurbished computers at significantly reduced prices and also sustains computers in The Vista, Liberty House, Freedom House and the Ham Club. If you donate your old, used computer, we will wipe the hard drive to ensure removal of any sensitive donations. We would appreciate whole systems, especially old laptops, but can use any parts such as RAM, SSDs, displays, graphics cards, remote drives, backup supplies, etc. If you have any computers or spare parts, contact Keith Shumaker after Saturday, Oct 26.

LACKLAND SPOUSES CLUB By: Lee Wells

Membership in the Lackland Spouses Club is open to any spouse of current active duty or retired, Reserve, Guard, or GS equivalent of all services. Dues: $40 ($20 if joining after Jan 1) for active duty and retiree spouses. Dues are free for widows who do not wish to have voting rights. Regular monthly events normally fall on the third Tuesday of the month Sep through May. A monthly newsletter, the “LSC Bluebonnet Gazette” and event flyers are emailed to members. Members make their own reservations to attend by emailing [email protected]. The Village provides bus transportation to the events, or you may drive yourself. Bus sign-up sheets are in the Village Activities Book in the CC rooms. You will find more information about activities, how to become a member and service projects on their website at www.lacklandsc.org.

RESIDENT CONCERT SERIES By: Joe Manci, Concert Committee

Pianist Alexandre “Sasha” Moutouzkine and his brother, flutist Ivan Mutuzkin, both world-renowned musicians in their own right, performed a wonderful concert for residents and guests on Sunday, Oct 30.This was Sasha’s fifth and Ivan’s second performance at Blue Skies. Among the selections, Sasha performed two études by Scriabin, dedicating a


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tender performance of the Étude in E Major, Op.8, No.5 to Doris Manci, and following with the thunderous Étude in D-sharp Minor, Op.8, No.12. Ivan’s solo performances included the Gavotte from the Partita No.3 in E by J.S. Bach and La Danse de la Chèvre by Honneger. Following renditions of three themes by famed film composer Ennio Morricone, the duo finished with the Fantasy on Themes from Verdi’s “La Traviata,” featuring a masterful performance from Ivan. If you enjoy the Concert Series and wish to support it financially, you may make a gift to the Air Force Villages Charitable Foundation, via www.afvgiving.org or by check (made out to “AFVCF” and indicating “Concert Series” on the comment line). Please mark your calendars for the next concert in the Series on Sunday, Dec 4 featuring the San Antonio Mastersingers!

GREAT BOOKS By: Gus Vanderneck

The next Great Books meeting will be Thursday, Nov 3, in CC2 at 7pm. We will be

discussing Joseph Conrad: “Heart of Darkness.” This reading can be found in the

First Series of The Great Books Reading and Discussion Series. The book can be ordered from great books.org or (800) 222-5870. It also can be found on Amazon.com as a used book for a lot less. Great Books is a group of people who like to read and talk about what they read and their understanding of the reading. There is no agenda, and there are no correct answers. All are welcome to join us or to come in and observe what we do. If you have any questions, call Gus Vanderneck or e-mail at [email protected]

THRIFT SHOP NEWS By: Thrift Shop Team

The Thrift Shop will have a “Basket Sale” in Room 110, across the hall from the Thrift Shop, on Friday, Nov 4, from 7am until sold out. There will be woven baskets in all sizes – so stop by and see if any appeal to you!! The Thrift Shop will also be open as usual.

VISTA VOLUNTEERS By: Ellen Parkhill

Vista Volunteers will meet on Monday, Nov 7, at 1pm in CC2. There will not be a guest speaker.

PRAYER CALL By: AFV Protestant Church

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov 8. Some residents have requested the chapel be open for prayer the evening before the election. Therefore the chapel will be open on Monday evening, Nov 7, from 6pm – 8pm so residents may come, pray and leave as they desire. This will not be a worship service, only an informal time of prayer. May God hear our prayers and bless our nation.

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NOVEMBER BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

By: Ann Wood

Who: All BST West residents and guests are invited When: Wednesday, Nov 9, with Hosted Cocktails at 5pm and Dinner at 6pm Theme: Our Stars On Stage Entertainment: The 2016 BST West Follies Menu: Caesar salad (dressing on the table), baked salmon filet with creamed leek sauce, parsley new potatoes, grilled zucchini, and pecan pie dessert. (A special diet alternative is offered.) Sign-up sheet is located in CC3. Pictures: Ruth Ann Jacko or Mike Westwood will be available to take the Birthday & Anniversary pictures from 5-5:30pm in the Helen LeMay Room. Please check in with Pam Westwood for your photo-op with Mike Westwood.

Seating Time: Doors open for regular seating at 6pm. Those needing extra time for seating may enter at 5:45pm Decorations: TBA Suggested Dress: Dinner Dress Reservations: The Reservation Chairpersons are Hilda Cunningham and Patricia McCarthy. Please follow directions and everyone is guaranteed a seat. All those planning to attend, including guests, must sign the list in the CC3 room. The list will be picked up at 1pm on Friday, Nov 4. If you need to cancel after 1pm Friday, please call Hilda Cunningham or Patricia McCarthy. Important: If you cancel after 1pm Monday, Nov 7, please call the Dining Services Office (568-3232). Table Reservations: To make a table reservation, call Hilda Cunningham or Patricia McCarthy. Table reservations are limited to eight. Come alone and be seated with other interesting people. Reservations are needed for the Singles & Caregivers table. Reservations are not taken through the Dining Room for this event. Each person must sign up including guests.

Hosted Cocktails: Cocktail Hour for all BST West residents and guests will be held in the CC rooms from 5-6pm. Your hosts for the evening at the ORDINARY WHISKEY DRINKIN’ PARTY will be wearing colorful and distinctive name tags. They are: Marie Anderson, Ken & Kathleen Andrews, Kathy Bader, Kay Batchelor, Al Buie, Suz Chapman, John & Dougie Clarke, Jim & Dottie Conner, Tom & Blaine Craig, Doug & Meg Curtis, Richard & Judy DeVillez, Dick & Gwen Fouss, Goldie & Mary Goldfein, John & Jackie Greaud, Fran Halber, Barry & Sandra Howard, Don & Sharon Jordan, Paul & Jean Parker, Bev Reeder, Gus & Helen Vanderneck, Lois Waguespack, Hermie Yoo.

DRAC NOTICE By: Frank Sherman, Chairman

The Dining Room Advisory Council (DRAC) will meet next Thursday, Nov 10, at 1:30pm in CC3. Note the change of location due to a Marine Corps function. As


always, guests are invited and will be given a chance to speak. However, be advised space is at a premium in this venue. In December, we will be back in the Roadrunner Lounge.

THE SING-ALONG STRINGS UKULELE BAND By: Verna Mae Roberson

Our next sing-along at Blue Skies East will be Saturday, Nov 12, 7pm in the Legacy Room. If you are interested in brushing up long-neglected skills or learning to play the ukulele for the first time, you could drop by our practice at 10:30am Friday, Nov 11, in CC1 at Blue Skies East. This month the band will feature Rock ‘n Roll. If you’re dining in the Sky Lounge, plan on coming down when you’ve finished. Please sign-up at the Front Desk if you want to ride the bus; it leaves at 6:30pm. Hope to see you there!

LSC NOVEMBER BRUNCH BY: Lee Wells

The Lackland Spouses’ Club (LSC) will have a “Shop ‘til You Drop” Brunch on Tuesday, Nov 15, at the Lackland Gateway Club from 10am- 1pm. The theme is “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” They will have a variety of vendors ranging from makeup, jewelry, wreaths, clothing and cooking. Cost: $17 per person or $15 for Gateway Cub members. You must make your own reservation by sending a RSVP email to [email protected] by noon on Thursday, Nov 10. The Village will provide a bus for those who need transportation. A sign-up sheet for the bus is in the Activity Signup Booklet in CC3. The bus will depart BST West at 9:30am and pick up BST East participants at 9:45am. Return trip will depart the club at 1pm. Please call Lee Wells if you have any questions.

A REMINDER By: Tom Ryan & Ruth Ann Jacko

To new residents and also other residents who would like new photos made for the display board: Please come to the Helen LeMay Room on Wednesday, Nov 16, from 10:30am-12pm. Call for an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.

HAM BAND NEWS By: Bill Overacker

Each year the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) sponsors two “School Club Round-Up” contests with the last occurring Oct 17-21 of this year. Ham radio stations located in schools from elementary through college worldwide participate in this event. Several Blue Skies West Amateur Radio members made contact with these enthusiastic “Hamsters” during this week, and were impressed with their communication technology knowledge, eloquence and maturity. In the future, these young “Hamsters” will be seeking a retirement community to continue pursuing their amateur radio hobby, and just might choose “Blue Skies West”! The next Blue Skies West Amateur Radio Club meeting is on Thursday, Nov 17, at 11:30am in CC1. All are welcome to join us. Please contact Joel Lichtenstein for more information.



73—(Best regards in Ham language).

ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR By: Jo Dobbs

The deadline has passed for artisans who wish to reserve a table for the Art and Crafts Fair to be held in the BST West lobby on Friday, Nov 18, from 10am-3 pm. Be sure to mark your calendar for this important event where you will have an opportunity to shop. Items displayed will include paintings, puzzles, sculptures, knitted and crocheted items, greeting cards, photos, jewelry, wood turnings, sewing and quilting.

A TENNESSEE CHRISTMAS TOUR By: Charlotte Koch

Please join me Nov 28-Dec 6 as we travel by air to Nashville, then by motor coach to Chattanooga, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Asheville NC and then back to Nashville where we'll stay in the beautiful Opryland Hotel. Tour includes daily breakfast, one lunch, seven dinners (a luncheon cruise and a dinner cruise), seven shows, many sightseeing stops and wonderful Christmas displays. For more information, go to Ozarklandgrouptours.com or call Rudy at 1-800-551-9968.

SMART DRIVER COURSE By: Al Wesson

AARP has dedicated considerable time and resources to creating the best possible Driving Safety course using extensive curriculum research. The Smart Driver Course features the most informative and relevant content from

previous editions – updated to reflect the latest driver safety and transportation innovations – bundled with fresh information based on new research, expert recommendations and volunteer and participant insights. Most auto insurance companies give a premium discount to those who complete the course. You must attend the course once every three years to be eligible for the discount. The cost of the course is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers. We conduct six courses a year at Blue Skies of Texas West. The next course is Friday, Dec 2, 12:30-5pm in the Roadrunner Lounge. Sign-up sheets are in CC3.

GADABOUTS By: Betty Robertson

Celebrate the coming holidays with a special dinner at the elegant Silo Restaurant in Alamo Heights on Wednesday, Dec 7. The bus will leave at 4:30pm from the Main Lobby (please check in with the hostess at 4:15pm). Remember to indicate with a “W” if you use a walker. Deadline for sign-up is Saturday, Dec 3. We will enjoy the lights of Incarnate Word and downtown on our way back to Blue Skies West. There will be punch and cookies waiting for us in the Helen LeMay room upon our return.


VILLAGE VOICES By: Valerie Edwards

Time for the Holiday presentation by the Village Voices as they perform “Angel’s Song” on Friday, Dec 9, at 7:30pm, in the Main Lobby. Come join us as we end with some of your favorite Christmas Carols.

ACTIVITIES COORDINATING COUNCIL By: Forrest Smith

Jim Conner has accepted the position of Secretary of your Activities Coordinating Council (ACC). Requests for financial assistance were sent to the point of contact from last year’s budget. Please let me know if you did not receive it. Requests are due Friday, Nov 18 and should be sent to Forrest Smith. Mark your calendar for the ACC budget meeting on Thursday, Dec 8, at 10am in CC1. Residents in attendance will be able to ask questions about budget request, the various activities have submitted. Then you will vote on each request.

JOINT CATHOLIC-JEWISH COMMEMORATION OF HANUKKAH

LUNCHEON By: Rose & Abe Dreiseszun

On Thursday, December 15, at 11:30am the celebration of Hanukkah will take place at the San Fernando Cathedral Hall located at 231 W. Commerce. This event is open to all faiths and is not a fundraiser. Presenter will be John T. Pawlikowski, O.S.M., Professor of Social Ethics and Director of Catholic-Jewish Studies Program Ph. D., University of Chicago. Cost of the luncheon is $36 and will be charged to your account.

Transportation will be provided by Blue Skies of Texas. Please contact Buzz Trustin or Abe Dreiseszun if you have any questions. Please sign-up in the Activity Sign-up book located in the CC3. The sign-up deadline is Tuesday, Dec 6. The bus leaves BST West at 10:15am.

ENTERTAINMENT FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT: “A VILLAGE OF

HOLIDAY LIGHTS” By: Lynne Payne

On Monday, Dec 19, starting at 7:15pm Blue Skies of Texas Presents: “A Village of Holiday Lights.” This event is a coordination between the EC (Entertainment Committee) and Life Enrichment. We are inviting the East Residents to join us to celebrate the holidays in the Main Lobby from 7:15-8:30pm. We are all sure to have a great time as we partake in spectacular music, delicious refreshment and great company. Blue Skies buses will transport residents from our Main Lobby throughout our Village areas to view and enjoy decorations and lights. We need you! If you plan to decorate your home and would like to be included in the bus route, please sign-up with your name and residence number in the Activities folder located in CC3. Sign-up deadline is Monday, Dec 5 to allow time for mapping the bus route. Everyone


participating must ensure their holiday lights are on between 6:45- 8:45pm on Monday, Dec 19. Let us all shine! For any questions please contact Lynne Payne.

HANUKKAH By: Abe Dreiseszun & Buzz Trustin

Hanukkah, which means rededication, marks the delivery of Jews of Palestine from the oppression by Syrians/Greeks in the second century BC. To celebrate this eight day Jewish holiday; there will be a Candle Lighting Ceremony held in the Main Lobby on the 3rd day of Hanukkah Monday, Dec 26, at 5pm. The ceremony will also be repeated on the 7th day of Hanukkah Friday, Dec 30, at 5pm. The ceremony is open to all faiths.

Fall foliage at Lost Maples State park


Activities Saturday, Nov5 - Friday, Nov 11, 2016 Saturday, Nov 5 - Movie in the LH Theater 2:30pm

Sunday, Nov 6 - No Bingo, DVD of the Holy Land in the LH Theater 7am

Monday, Nov 7 - Exercise w/Linda 10:15am

Tuesday, Nov 8 - Chair Yoga in the LH third floor Lounge 10:15am, Movie of residents choice in the LH Theater 2:30pm, Election Day

Wednesday, Nov 9 - Exercise w/Linda 10am, Bingo in the LH Activity Room 3:15pm

Thursday, Nov 10 - Church in the LH third floor Lounge 10:30am, Bible Study in the LH Activity Room 3pm

Friday, Nov 11 - Exercise w/Linda 10am, Red, White and Blue Banana Split Social in the LH Lobby 3:15pm, Veterans Day

Activities Saturday, Nov 12 – Friday, Nov 18, 2016 Saturday, Nov 12 - Ice Cream Social in the LH Lobby 2:30pm, Movie in the LH Theater 2:30pm

Sunday, Nov 13 - No Bingo

Monday, Nov 14 - Exercise w/Linda 10:15am

Tuesday, Nov 15 - Chair Yoga in the LH third floor Lounge 10:15am, Movie of residents choice in the LH Theater 2:30pm

Wednesday, Nov 16 - Exercise w/Linda 10am, Bingo in the LH Activity Room 3:15pm

Thursday, Nov 17 - Church in the LH third floor Lounge 10:30am, Bible Study in the LH Activity Room 3pm

Friday, Nov 18 - Exercise w/Linda 10am, Fall Ice Cream Social in the LH Lobby 3:15pm

LIBERTY HOUSE

By: Brandy Garcia, Liberty House Admin Assistant


Monday, Nov 7 – Sing Along 10am, Short Stories 11am, In-Room Visits 2-3pm, Manicures 3:30pm, Coffee Hour 5:30pm, Water Colors 6:30pm

Tuesday, Nov 8 – Exercise 10:30am, Baking 2pm, In-Room Visits 2-3pm, Poker 4pm, Coffee Hour 5:30pm, Election Day!

Wednesday, Nov 9 – Devotional 10am, Exercise 10:30am, M & M 11am, Trader Joe’s 1pm, In-Room Visits 2-3pm, Bingo 4pm, Coffee Hour 5:30pm, Music-Mike 6pm

Thursday, Nov 10 - Exercise 10:30am, Short Stories 11am, In-Room Visits 2-3pm, Bunco 4pm, Coffee Hour 5:30pm

Friday, Nov 11 – Ingram Park Mall 10am-2pm, Exercise 10am, Veteran’s Day 11am, HEB/Wal-Mart 1pm, Happy Hour 3pm, Music w/ Holick-Thompson 6:30pm

Saturday, Nov 12 – Movie Time 10am-12pm, Music & Memory 10:30am, High Flight Chapel 11am, Willow Chapel 11am, National Pizza Day!

Sunday, Nov 13 - Willow Chapel 9:30am, Music with Art 10:30am, Sunday Fellowship 11am, Movie Time w/Popcorn 4pm, Fishing 6:30pm/McCarthy

Monday, Nov 14 – Exercise 10:30am, Short Stories 11am, In-Room Visits 2-3pm, Music w/Carlos 3:30pm, Coffee Hour 5:30pm

Tuesday, Nov 15 – Exercise 10:30am, Baking 2pm, In-Room Visits 2-3pm, Scrabble 3:30pm, Coffee Hour 5:30pm, Watercolors 6:30pm

Wednesday, Nov 16- Devotional 10am, Exercise 10:30am, M & M 11am, Costco 1pm, Bingo 4pm, Coffee Hour 5:30pm

Thursday, Nov 17- Exercise 10:30am, Short Stories 11am, In-Room Visits 2-3pm, Checkers 4pm, Coffee Hour 5pm, Road Runner

Friday, Nov 18 – Resident Outing 10am-2pm, Exercise 10:30am, Movie 11:30am, HEB/Wal-Mart 1pm, Coffee Hour 5:30pm, Music w/ Holick-Thompson 6:30pm

Saturday, Nov 19- Movie Time 10am-12pm, Music & Memory 10:30am, High Flight/Willow Chapel 11am Sunday Nov 20- Willow Chapel 9:30am, Music with Art 10:30am, Sunday Fellowship 11am, Movie Time w/Popcorn 4pm, Fishing w/McCarthy 6:30pm

THE VISTA

By: Paula Qualls, Activities Coordinator



CURSILLISTAS (CATHOLIC & EPISCOPALIAN) By: Ralph Comer

Walk To Emmaus (Methodists) and Via De Cristo (Lutherans) - If you have made a weekend and are looking for a reunion group, please contact me. We meet by the coffee pots behind the Bistro at 8:30am on Thursday mornings. If you have any questions, please contact me.

EPISCOPAL CHURCH By: Dougie Clarke

There is an Episcopal Service with the Holy Eucharist every Thursday at 3pm in the High Flight Chapel.

HOLY SPIRIT EPISCOPAL CHURCH By: Ralph Comer

Would you like a ride to Holy Spirit Episcopal Church? Joanne and I leave at 9:15am on Sundays. If response warrants, the church will send transportation for larger groups. Holy Spirit is an exciting, multi-generational and multi-ethnic Christian community. Come and sample the experience.

CATHOLIC NEWS By: Juanita Giesler

Spiritual Renew Program - Monday, Nov 14, 4:30pm, CC2. The Catholic Community is sponsoring a DVD series by master Bible scholar Jeff Cavins every second Monday of each month through March in CC2. This series unlocks the mystery of reading the library of books that make-up the Holy Bible. Jeff will guide us through the 14 narrative books that contain the story of salvation. We began this month with the Early World - Genesis chapters 1-11. Next month the story continues with the Patriarchs - Genesis chapters 12-50. If you missed this month, but would like to join us please come Nov 14. Call Sue Robert to sign up as food and fellowship will follow the presentation. All BST residents are welcome.

Saturdays - 11am Mass (For Sunday, by special dispensation of the Archbishop) in High Flight Chapel

Saturdays/Sundays - Freedom House: Catholic residents will be visited, beginning about 1:30pm, with Holy Communion and prayers

Wednesdays – Sep-May, 3:30pm Rosary/Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament held in the Willow Chapel

Third Wednesdays - Sep-May, Catholic Council meets at 10am in CC2. Guests welcome

Fridays - Sep-May, Adoration 1-5pm, Blessed Sacrament Chapel

RELIGION


St. Vincent de Paul, Castroville - First Saturday donations is accepting clothing donations. Please contact Kathie Kulikowski

Pastoral Ministry – Please contact Deacon Pat Benigno or Catholic Chaplain Carolyn Myers, BCC, if requesting the services of a priest for the sacraments of reconciliation and/or anointing of the sick or for any other need you might have.

AFV II PROTESTANT CHURCH By: Church Secretary, Carmen Perez

Protestant Services: Sunday, Nov 6 Sunday, Nov 13

High Flight Chapel Pastor Dan Figueroa Pastor Wayne Knutson 9:30am and 11am

Willow Chapel 9:30am Pastor Wayne Knutson Pastor Gil Richardson & Freedom House 10:45am This schedule is subject to change without notice

Bible Study and Weekday Service Schedule Tuesday Morning Bible Study – Starts at 9am in CC1. The “Daniel,” study books are available for $15; checks may be made to AFV II Protestant Church and noted Daniel. For more information, please contact Connie Wyckoff.

Wednesday Devotional Service - Held in Willow Chapel at 10am. For more information, call the church office 568-3372 or Pastor Gil.

Ladies’ Bible Study – Held Wednesdays at 10am in the Liberty House Theatre has concluded their seven-week series entitled “Stronger” with video by Angela Thomas. A new study will be announced after the holidays. For more information contact Ginny Hallager.

Liberty House Worship Service – Held each Thursday at 10:30am. All are welcome. Communion is held the second Thursday of each month.

Liberty House Bible Study - Meets on the first floor of Liberty House on Thursdays at 3pm. Join us as we study how Scripture applies to our lives today. The public is invited. For more information, contact Jim or Nita Peck.

The Annual Protestant Congregational Meeting – Tuesday, Nov 15, at 10am in the Road Runner Lounge. Registration for Church members will begin at 9:15am. Everyone is welcome, but only members may vote.

Church Membership - If you desire to unite with Air Force Village II Protestant Church you may transfer your membership by letter or statement. You may also request dual membership whereby you retain membership in your present church. If you do not belong to a church, you may join by profession of faith. If you have belonged to a church, you may also join by reaffirmation of faith. For more


information, please speak to one of the Pastors Wayne Knutson, Gil Richardson or Dan Figueroa.

SUNDAY EVENING SERIES By: Jim & Nita Peck

On the first Sunday of each month, the Thursday afternoon Bible Study Group holds an evening study event in the third floor theater of Liberty House at 7pm. This is a series of lectures by Ray Vander Lann, a noted scholar and archeologist dealing with the Middle East and Biblical Israel. Join us as we tour the ancient sights and listen to Ray Vander Lann explain the historical significance of each site and how this history relates to Christian living today. Discussion time and refreshments follow. You will enjoy it.

PRAY FOR OUR NATION By: Ren Vandesteeg

Residents are invited to join others to pray for our nation on the first and third Thursdays of every month, at 10am in the Helen LeMay Room. Our country needs our prayers. Please pray!

ELECTION DAY PRAYERS By: Ren Vandesteeg

“The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with.” James 5: 16, The Holy Bible According to http://www.pattonhq.com/prayer.html, General George Patton wrote, “Those who pray do more for the world than those who fight . . . We must . . . instruct . . . every fighting man to pray as well as fight . . . spiritual alert minorities carry the burdens and bring the victories. Urge all of your men to pray, not alone in church, but everywhere. Pray when driving . . . fighting . . . alone . . . with others . . . by night and by day.” As Election Day arrives next Tuesday, let’s pray for God’s will and leadership for our nation. To Him be the glory.

DARTS ASSOCIATION By: Tom Carter

A regulation dart board has been donated and installed in the Billiard Association/Dabblers room. To practice throwing or have a personal game, check out the billiard closet key from the Front Desk, and use the darts in the large jar on the closet shelf. See you at the toe line.

BRIDGE RESULTS By: Ellen Parkhill, Reporter

Saturday, Oct 15 1. V. Roberson 2. E. Kendrex 3. K. Andrews 4. D. Wise

SPORTS, GAMES AND SCORES

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Monday, Oct 17 1&2 (tie) D. Neubrand/A. Wheeler, U. Fohlmeister/ H. Lutz (slam) 3. J. Cawood/H. Elliott 4. E. Frisch/C. Wyckoff 5, M. Reynolds/S. Ulring Slam: Bighams

Thursday Nite, Oct 20 1. P. Brenner/P. Higginbotham 2. Bighams (slam) 3. H. Elliott/G. Wilhelm 4. K. Bader/ P. Wernette 5. K. Duncan/A. Wesson Slam: E. Kendrex/T.Thomson

Saturday, Oct 22 1. Shirelle Beals 2. V. Roberson 3. R. Comer 4. Sherman Beals

Monday, Oct 24 1. U. Fohlmeister/H. Lutz 2. I. Landry/J. Reedy 3. E. Kendrex/B. Linn 4&5 (tie) Bighams, M. Greer/S. Ulring (slam)

Thursday Nite, Oct 27 1. Kelleys (3 slams) 2. Bighams (slam) 3. E. Kendrex/T.Thomson (slam) 4. Skucas 5. H. Elliott/G. Wilhelm Slam: Parkhills

BST WEST PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION By: Tom Carter

Join us to play the fastest growing sport in the USA and have some fun with other BST residents and guests. We have two options for playing on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Pickleball is played on a small court (about one-half of a tennis court), and provides seniors an ideal venue for getting exercise. Gender or strength is no advantage in this sport. We have the required paddles, balls, nets, etc., so come out, and we’ll show you how easy it is to play. For further information, contact Helen Vanderneck, Don & Debbie Christian, Keith & Susan Shumaker or Tom Carter. Playing dates and times: Tuesdays & Thursday, 8am - A group meets in the BST West Main Lobby to caravan to Medina Base to play indoors at the Medina Fitness Center from about 8:30-10:30am. Tuesday and Thursday, 8-10am – Another group plays at the BST West tennis courts (except on inclement weather days when everyone goes to Medina). Saturdays, 8-10am - We play only at the BST West tennis courts.

NATIONAL MAH JONGG LEAGUE By: Gayl Ganskow

If you are familiar with the card game Gin Rummy, you have a head start to understanding Mah Jongg (MJ). There are no playing cards here because in MJ you mix, pick, discard and arrange your tiles in combinations for a winning hand. The ideal game is played with four players; however, two or three players can play and have a great time as well. Come and enjoy! We play three times a week, no sign up, just show up.


Playing Session: Wednesdays, 1-3:30pm in CC3, All B&A Days, 2nd Wed of each month in Card Room 112. The Card Room is located across from the Thrift Shop on the first floor. Fridays, 1-3:30pm in CC3, and Saturdays, 1-3:30pm in CC1.

CHINESE MAH JONGG By: Martha Wesson

Chinese Mah Jongg is back! ...maybe. Edie Talley has agreed to help start up this game again if enough people are interested. The time and place will be determined by the players, so if you would like to play again or learn this easy version of Mah Jongg after the first of the year, call Martha Wesson who will help set up a schedule and get things rolling once more!

WRIGHT PAT MAH JONGG By: Martha Wesson

Wright Pat Mah Jongg is a very social game. We talk a lot and care about each other. Even though we keep track of the winners, the real appeal of Tuesday afternoons is the camaraderie. We try to Mah Jongg (win a round), but even if we don’t, it doesn’t bother us too much. Granted, it’s probably a little more fun if we do, but overall we are there for the change from everyday routines and worries, a bit of a mental challenge and the laughter that results from the friendly sharing of good luck and bad breaks. We are happy for each other’s wins and the occasional occurrences such as, Evelyn’s six flowers which resulted in a bouquet or Carolyn’s unprecedented twelve Mah Jonggs in one afternoon leading to her being up 216 points at the final count, or Katherine winning her Angel hand with all four jokers. Lynn won ten hands in two weeks while others felt fortunate to get any…but there’s no true rivalry or hurt feelings - it’s just all in fun and the awareness that next week someone else might have a winning streak. If this is the way you would like to spend a couple of hours each week, join us in CC3 on Tuesdays at 1pm!

ROADRUNNER GOLF TOURNAMENT By: Ernest Kircus

The Blue Skies West members of the Roadrunner golf group held a tournament at the Golf Club of Texas on Sunday, Oct 13. This was a unique tournament where participants could only use three clubs plus a putter. Twenty members participated in the fun day with the following results: Tom Young won first place low net (63); Mike Kasper won low gross (72) and closest to the hole on number three green; Dick Fouss won closest to the hole on number twelve green. The photo shows Tom Young with the tournament trophy.

BOCCE By: David Capito

A bocce group is forming to play at the court located between the tennis courts and basketball half-court. If you are a seasoned player, or have never played and would like to try it, please give me a call and leave your name(s) and you will be added to


the group of over 30. I have placed the bocce balls, scoreboard and bocce rules handouts in the room next to the bocce court, which will be open from 6am-10pm daily. If you would like to play, but don't have an opponent or partner, please call someone on your list. If you don’t have a Bocce Roster, give me a call and I will email it or put a copy in your mailbox. A light has been installed for late evening play and the court has been cleaned. Lori provided us with very comfortable padded chairs for players and observers. The pads will be kept in the building when not in use to prevent sun damage. Since bocce is very easy to learn and an enjoyable game, invite a friend(s) to join us. Those of us who play regularly have a lot of fun and would like to have more people join us.

BST WEST TENNIS By: Buzz Trustin

We are blessed with one of the finest tennis courts in San Antonio, which includes excellent lighting for night use, contoured backboard and electric-powered ball machine. Join us for mixed doubles each Monday and Friday mornings. All levels are welcome – 2.5 to 4.0. Call Dan Collin, Helen Vanderneck or Buzz Trustin for details.

BST WEST BILLIARD ASSOCIATION NEWS By: Bob Yanke

9-Ball, Tuesday, Oct 18: Seven determined players today with Big John winning the first game with a setup, and Ski winning the second game with a three ball run. Third game Wild Bill won with a setup, and fourth game Tomcat won with a combo. Fifth game Ski won with a setup, and sixth game Tomcat advanced to the finals with a combo. Lower level, Pro won three quick games before losing to Ski, who was anxious to meet the unbeaten Tomcat. It took two good games with Ski making a good combo in the first game and was setup in the second for game and tournament! Congratulations Ski!

8-Ball, Saturday, Oct 22: Six players today with Wild Bill winning the first game, and Irish winning the second game. Third game Pro won with a good bank, and Big John won the fourth game. Fifth game Pro advanced to the finals with a three ball run and a good bank on the 8 ball. Lower level was a mixed bag with Irish winning two games before being knocked off by Big John who wanted to play in the finals. Pro made a couple good banks and a small run to take game and tournament! Congratulations!

9-Ball, Tuesday, Oct 25: Seven players again today with Big Dog winning the first game with a combo and Ski winning the second game with a small run. Third game Tommygun won with a small run and Pro won the fourth game. Fifth game Ski won with a lucky nine ball, and Pro advanced to the finals with a small run in the sixth game. Wild Bill won three games in the lower level but couldn’t overcome Ski’s desire for revenge on the unbeaten Pro. First of the final games Ski won easily, but


he left the 8 ball in a safety position and Pro made a good bank for game and Tournament! Congratulations everyone for no overtime games!

8-Ball, Saturday, Oct 29: .Nine players today with Pro winning the first game with a good bank, and Chicago winning the second game. Third game Big Dog won, and fourth game Wild Bill won. Fifth game Pro won, and sixth game Big Dog won with a three ball run. Seventh game Pro advanced to the finals with a setup. Lower level was a real fight with Big John and Big Dog squaring off to see who would meet the unbeaten Pro. Big Dog won and proceeded to win the first of the two final games with a small run. But then he setup Pro for the match game and tournament. That is the third of four Pro, you are winning too many games! Welcome to our new player, Tally Ho, he will be a real hazard for our players in the future!

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