March Birthdays

In astrology, those born from March 1–20 are Pisces’ Fish. Pisces are sympathetic and selfless, making them compassionate friends. Their intuitive natures also make Fish creative and expressive artists. Those born from March 21–31 are Aries’ Rams. As the first sign of the zodiac, Rams love to lead the charge of change and progress. Sometimes impulsive, always passionate, Rams are dynamic and fun friends.

Employee Birthdays 1 – Francois Kaboya 2 – Herbert McClain 3 – Janet Newman 5 – Windy Jones 6 – Deon Elphic 8 – Keisha Gibson 10 – Maureen Jackson, Janice Peters, Eulalee

Wyatt 11 – Jamila Carter 12 – Allison Azeez-Patterson 13 – Barrington Brooks, Walter Moser 14 – Andrea Graham, Davida Williams 16 – Marilyn Gibson 17 – Margaret Sparks 18 – Robert Nealy 19 – Ann Dam, Linda Parks 20 – Mariatu Bangura 24 – Sharon Washington 25 – Latoria Martin 31 – George Reid

Member Birthdays 1 – Lee Kenworthy, Pat Lowndes 2 – Dennis Kowalzyk, Mary Beth Thomas,

Allen Vegotsky 3 – Barbara Cooper, Margaret Lowe 4 – Dick Deneke 5 – Madeline Hurlimann 7 – Marilyn Nerem 8 – Marian Carroll 10 –Diane Zettergren 11 – Kay Johnson 13 – Richard Dillard, Sue Lee 15 – Carol Zupko 16 – Adele Williams 17 – Jim Davee, Patricia Lugaric 18 – Audrey Morgan, Myron Tremaine 19 – William Dearing 20 – Barbara Croft, Katherine Lenhart, Sue

Speir 21 – Ellen Johnson 24 – Beverly Rohrabaugh 25 – Jane Kummel 26 – Joyce Baker, Maurice Lee 27 – Agnes Blakeslee, Pat Moulton, Jane

Reinhard 29 – William Essex, Ann Knox, Tom Mustard 30 – Brenda Jones

31 – Frances Hawkins

Member Address Milton Eades Pebblebrook Kay Hood 9225 Paul Tretchick Pebblebrook Don Gilbert 3305 John & Nancy Muller 3407 Stanley Kolodkin 4202 Marilyn Jerding 4305 David Nazarian Pebblebrook

The Springboard Park Springs | 500 Springhouse Circle | Stone Mountain, GA 30087 | www.parksprings.com A Brilliant Career

by Delysia McNair

Two teenagers happened to emigrate from Poland at the same time, meeting in New York and later marrying. They moved to Overland, Missouri, started a country store in a rural area and had two daughters and one son. “My older sisters arranged a surprise 16th birthday party for me with a blind date,” said Dr. Al Oberman, “but I spent most of my time there with Marian, the girl I liked, who turned out to be my future wife.” Graduating from Ritenour high school, Al received a full tuition scholarship at Washington University, St. Louis. Marian was studying a year behind him and played the tuba in the Washington University Marching Band. Having no money, Al took odd jobs including bagging popsicles in the Barney Google factory, driving a Dr. Pepper truck, monitoring psychological tests. Additionally, Al cleaned animal laboratories at the Psych Dept, and later drew blood from mice to obtain cholesterol for studies in the pathology department at the medical school. Al also prepared medical data for computer processing at the St. Louis Mental Hospital. With parental permission, Marian age 19 and Al 20, were married in 1954. He graduated from college a year later and then medical school in 1959. After completing his internship and medical residency at Barnes – Jewish Hospital, the family moved to Pensacola, Florida where Al obtained a research position with the Public Health Service at the School of Aviation Medicine, Naval Air Station. He went directly there as a lieutenant commander without any basic Naval training. He wore a uniform identical to the Navy’s except for the insignia. Al and Marian stayed there for three years where their daughter was born in 1965. His experience there compelled him to change from a career in nephrology to cardiovascular research. Al then went to the University of Michigan School of Public Health to obtain a Master of Public Health degree, which included training in epidemiology and biostatistics. This was followed by a one-year fellowship in cardiovascular epidemiology, which gave him the opportunity to meet with some of the major heart disease investigators in the country. Cont. pg. 2

March 2022

Celebrating March A Brilliant Career 1, 2 Cornerstone

Fellowship 2

Designing from Scratch

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Neighborhood Mtg 3 Mark your Calendars 3 Vintage Vinyl 3 Movies, Music &

Memories 4

Trash Talk 4 Cyber Concert 4 Saturdays at 4 4 Balance Redefined 5 Heart Health Month a

Success 5

PSF Honors John Peatman

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ArtWorks 6 A Little Luck of the

Irish 6

Garage Sale Flyer 7 Senior Fitness

Evaluation 8

The Forum 9 Welcome to the

Neighborhood 9

Lent Begins, Ash Wednesday

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PS Foundation Spotlight

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Medicine Recycling Event

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Are You a PEO Sister? 11 The Rock Fairy 11 Adopt A Road 11 Garage Sale 11 History Group 11 March Birthdays 12 In Memoriam 12

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A Brilliant Career Receiving offers at several universities, including Emory in 1967, Al ultimately decided to accept the position of Associate Professor at the University of Alabama in Birmingham which had an excellent cardiology group, and was relatively close to the family in St. Louis. “We expected to be there for just a couple of years because of the segregation problems, but my math was off by about 50 years,” said Al. “I started the Division of Preventive Medicine which became one of the largest programs in the country with 80 active grants in extramural funding and over 100 faculty and staff.” The Division became noted nationally for its interest in minority and women’s health and its success in studies, primarily cardiovascular disease. Al served on national medical boards as well as a consultant for the AHA, and the NHLBI. He is a prolific writer, having authored or co-authored over 250 medical papers including book chapters and a textbook on Lipids for Primary Care. Recently, he received a special award in his honor, the Albert Oberman, M.D. Endowed Professorship in Cardiovascular Disease. Marian had a contagious smile and enjoyed many close friends. She worked as a hostess at Howard Johnson’s Restaurant, at a department store, a secretary and as a medical interviewer at the University and VA hospitals in Birmingham. Marian was involved in a myriad of activities. She was an avid tennis player, golfer, and entertainer. She tap-danced and performed in a Birmingham group for the Senior Miss America contest in Las Vegas for several years. Her great love was playing the tuba in a Dixieland Jazz band. Marian did not drive on highways or at night, so AI had to take her when she played with the band. After a while, the leader of the jazz band let him join them by playing on a washboard and later on a tambourine. Then Marian bought him a banjo for his birthday. Much later, he played with the band. “Our art collecting started while on an ocean cruise and later by visiting local galleries and auctions. We began collecting modern art and enjoyed various pieces, including a Miro and other artists of note.” Other hobbies included collecting record albums, growing orchids and traveling

around the world including Europe, Russia, South America, and China. In 1984, Al along with several national cardiologists were invited by the NHLBI to represent the U.S. in signing a collaborative agreement with Russia for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.

Marian and Al moved to Park Springs in 2017. However, Marian suffered from Alzheimer’s disease and moved to Pebblebrook for two years before she died in 2020.

At Park Springs, Al led the Health and Wellness committee for two years and was a member of the Medical Task Force during the COVID19 pandemic. Previously a player of bocce, he started a similar game, Pétanque, at Park Springs on Saturday mornings.

Al is proud of all of his family. “Though none of his children entered the medical field, 4 out of 5 grandchildren and their spouses (with one exception) went into medicine. The oldest is an ENT doctor. His wife is a nutritionist. The younger grandson just finished his medical residency; his wife is a pharmacist. One granddaughter is an emergency room nurse, another is completing her training as a nurse practitioner.

The tradition goes on!!

Cornerstone Fellowship All members of Park Springs are invited to meet with us every Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Community Hall for a time of worship, singing, and praise. Our member speakers for the month are as follows:

• March 1 – Marilyn Nerem • March 8 – Tom Mustard • March 15 – LaVerne Brown • March 22 – Dick Brown • March 29 –Frances Hawkins

Are You a P.E.O. Sister?

What is a P.E.O. Sister? P.E.O. is a Philanthropic Educational Organization that has been celebrating women helping women reach the stars for more than 150 years. Since its inception in 1869, the nonprofit organization has helped more than 117,000 women pursue educational goals by providing over $385 million in grants, scholarships, awards, and loans. The Sisterhood also owns and supports Cottey College, a four-year debt free institution. Through membership, the P.E.O. Sisterhood has brought together more than a half a million women in the US and Canada who are passionate about helping other women advance through education. P.E.O. is one of the oldest women’s organizations in North America with close to 6,000 chapters. Here in Park Springs, five P.E.O. Sisters Joyce Opsahl, Nell Seaton, Pat Shea, Honey Mustard, and Jane Cogswell have come together to enjoy the fellowship of sisterhood. We are inviting any members of Park Springs who have been or are still active members of any chapter of P. E.O. to contact one of us. We would be delighted for you to join us for lunch at noon the fourth Monday each month in the dining room. The Rock Fairy

Kaffie McCullough found the fairy in February and has won a $10 Bistro gift certificate. Will you be next month’s winner? Be on the lookout for the fairy rock around campus and turn it in at the Concierge.

Adopt-A-Road Project Let’s join our Park Springs neighbors under the guidance of Tish Wallace and the GREEN TEAM to remove the accumulation of trash along the stretch of Bermuda Road from West Park Place to Stewart Mill Road. Once again, with the aid of local authorities, we can be good stewards of our local environment on Friday March 4, 2022. Our scheduled time is 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Join us for the full time or any portion thereof. MEET AT THE MAIN GATE! We work rain or shine. We provide safety vests, pick-up tools and bags. Let’s have another successful effort to “Keep Dekalb Beautiful”!

March 18, Room 3107 Noon - 1:00 p.m. Employees Only.

1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Everyone.

Admittance by Ticket Only. Tickets available CH Lobby

Mar 18,11:30 a.m.

History Group: Wartime Memories Tuesday, March 15, 10:00 a.m. (CH) Mike Brown will talk about his childhood experiences in England during World War II.

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PS Foundation Spotlight By Jean Fenton

Ambitt Rafley is the Park Springs Foundation spotlight recipient this month. She has worked at Cobblestone for over two years and is now a Certified Medication Aide. Ambitt finds her job rewarding and wants to continue climbing the health care career ladder by becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

The Foundation Scholarship program is giving Ambitt the opportunity to pursue her dream. In addition to her job, Ambitt is attending Georgia Piedmont Technical School where she is enrolled in the LPN program. Ambitt’s 5-year-old daughter is the inspiration that keeps Ambitt moving toward her goals. She states, “The Park Springs Scholarship …is giving me the opportunity to grow further in my career field so that I can take care of my 5-year-old daughter as a single mom. The scholarship is helping me grow in the field I love and that I feel loves me back!” Please continue your generous support of the Foundation’s scholarship program so that Park Springs Foundation may continue supporting our employees in such tangible, important ways.

You may make your tax-deductible contributions by writing your check payable to Park Springs Foundation. Your contribution may be made “in memory of” or “in honor of” a person of your choice. The family or member will be notified. Please place the check in an envelope and in the PSF box at the right end of the in-house mailboxes. You will receive a receipt for your taxes.

Last, but not least, please do not forget our recent addition to our fund-raising options. There are no additional costs to you! When you are shopping at Amazon, Amazon will donate .5% of your purchases to the charity of your choice (the Park Springs Foundation) if you register at https://www.amazon.com/ Thank you for your support.

Medicine Recycling Event

WHO does this? The Green Team of the Buildings and Grounds Committee and the Narcotics Division of the DeKalb Sheriff’s Department.

WHY do this? We dispose of unused and expired meds properly, so they do not end up in the soil or ground water.

WHERE do we do this? Right outside our Bistro, volunteers will aid in sorting and emptying containers while an officer from the Sheriff’s Office will collect all narcotics.

WHAT do we collect? Vitamins, supplements, prescription medications, creams and drops. Remember that unexpired prescriptions can be placed in the container in the Park Springs clinic at any time.

WHEN do we do this? On Friday, March 25, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., of course!

We look forward to another successful event and encourage all Park Springs members to avail themselves of this opportunity to clean out those cabinets and drawers!!

Empty Medicine Bottle Disposal Update

Empty medicine bottles are no longer being used by MedShare, the Green Team's partner in recycling/disposing of meds and bottles. Therefore - if your empty bottles have a numbered triangle on the bottom (often a 2), please dispose of them in the plastic recycle bins. If there is no triangle or number, they should be put in your garbage. NOTE: all unneeded or expired meds, prescription or over the counter, can be recycled at our Medicine Collection on March 25.

Designing From Scratch by Scott Mathews

“DESIGN – involving architecture; floor plans; interior environments.” Maricita Hughes is the vice-president of design for Isakson Living Company. Maricita is a big part of Park Springs. As a leader of the company, she has been responsible for the growth

and development of our community. “I'm proud of Park Springs,” she says. “Nothing had ever been done like it before, and it was a huge accomplishment. We did it!” Born in Atlanta, Maricita was raised in the Middle East. Her Dad was a civil engineer, and she learned about spatial planning there. She graduated from Georgia Tech and went to work for an architectural firm afterwards. “It was then that I met Andy Isakson,” she explains. “Andy is a visionary.” As a result of his mother's Alzheimer's he was driven to create Park Springs, a place where people could live and receive the care they desperately needed without having to move from place to place. For thirty-five years, Maricita has been a designer for Isakson Living. Her design history not only includes Park Springs but Peachtree Hills, office buildings and shopping centers. “Customization has become one of our main architectural features at Park Springs,” Maricita says. “Prospective members are offered the option of creating their residents from scratch with our help. They are invited to our Design Center where they can select their own floor plans and interior environments. These include everything from paint colors, to carpets, to light fixtures.” By doing this “homework” before construction, the size and time of projects is improved and twenty-five per cent of design errors are avoided. In a recent Park Springs' members meeting, it was announced that much needed renovations in the Clubhouse would involve this process.

A variety of improvements have been put forth. Discussions have led to new carpets and panels in the hall walls and common areas of the Clubhouse. “These improvements will begin within a few short months,” Maricita says. During her career, Maricita has won numerous awards for outstanding designs. “One of the important lessons I've learned... You have to get reinforcements to get a job like Park Springs or Peachtree Hills done,” she claims. “You must understand all the people and know you must have them with you.” One valuable thing she knows as a designer includes the significance of investing in people. Maricita looks forward to traveling. “I'm someone who enjoys getting involved in adventures, and I hope to have fun doing so,” she says. Her career as a designer reflects her philosophy of life – “Always have the courage to change.”

Mark Your Calendars Glass Recycling for the Houses and Cottages is held on the first Wednesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. Neighborhood volunteer collectors will pick up your items. Vintage Vinyl Thursday, March 10, 3:30 p.m. (CH) “Mancini Magic” songs composed for television and motion pictures and performed by the multiple Oscar and Grammy-winner Henry Mancini. RSVP on Touchtown or at the Concierge.

500, 1000, 2000 Neighborhood Meeting March 15, 11:00 a.m. (Formal Dining Room) Join us for a neighborhood meeting and luncheon. All meals will be billed to your Food & Beverage Allowance. RSVP with Neighborhood Representative, Susan Lascek, x3244

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Movies, Music & Memories Features Cinderella Friday, March 4, 7:00 p.m. (CH) Walt Disney’s classic 1950 animated musical fantasy “Cinderella” featuring six memorable songs, including Academy Award-nominated “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo,” “A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes,” “The Work Song” and “So This is Love.” Runs 1:16. Cartoons at 6:45 p.m. Donations benefit the Park Springs Foundation. Register on Touchtown or with the Concierge. Trash Talk - A Suggestion

Do you anticipate going to your mailbox and then regularly find primarily catalogues and other annoying "junk mail"? Have you noticed the overflowing "throw-

away" container in the mail room? We can all help minimize this unwanted mail by unsubscribing to catalogues you don't use and other unsolicited mail with email addresses. Or mark through your name and return it to the sender. That works!

It only takes a few minutes to reduce that pile of unwanted paper. The trash collectors and our environment will thank you!

Cyber Concert features Dean Martin March 17, 4:00 p.m. (CH) Dean Martin’s Best Part 1 Presenter: Chris Clark

Saturdays at 4 Join us on Saturdays as we feature a friendly game of trivia, or an interesting video, or learn more about a specific topic that piques your interest! RSVP on Touchtown or with the Concierge to attend. This month features are described below: • March 5 – Country Music: Ken Burns's

Country Music with David Jennings "The Hillbilly Shakespeare" (1945 - 1953)*

Episode 3 | See how the bluegrass sound spreads in post-war America, and meet honky-tonk star Hank Williams, whose songs of surprising emotional depth are derived from his troubled and tragically short life. Full Length 113m 15s **note this program starts at 3:00 p.m.

• March 12 – Trivia with Pat Lowndes

• March 19 – Country Music: Ken Burns's Country Music with David Jennings "I Can't Stop Loving You" (1953 - 1963) *

Episode 4 | Travel to Memphis, where Sun Studios artists Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley usher in the era of rockabilly. Ray Charles crosses America's racial divide by recording a country album. Patsy Cline shows off Music City's smooth new Nashville Sound. Full Length 110m 53s **note this program starts at 3:00 p.m.

• March 26 – Daniel O’Donnell presented by Marilyn Peatman

Daniel Francis Noel O'Donnell is an Irish singer, television presenter and philanthropist. After rising to public attention in 1983 he has since become a household name in Ireland and Britain; he has also had considerable success in the US and Australia.

The Forum The Forum meets every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in the Community Hall and on Channel 961. We invite you to join us for our weekly scheduled programs. Our guests/topics for this month are as follows: • March 3 – Mega Disaster: Tsunami The

tsunami is the ocean's deadliest force. Tremors from the depths create giant waves with rip through coastal cities and towns. There is no stopping these massive and deadly phenomena, the only thing to do is run to higher ground. 50 mins.

• March 10 – Run to the Final Four with Bob Weinhauer

• March 17 – Outsmart the Scammers with Johnathan Clark, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones - Incidents of fraud are on the rise and scammers’ tactics are becoming more complex. This presentation helps provide the information you need to Outsmart the Scammers. During the program, we’ll discuss how to spot certain red flags that may indicate a fraudulent encounter, resources you can turn to in the event you or your loved one is targeted, and steps you can take now to help protect yourself and your loved ones.

• March 24 – The Sun with Tom Crowley Join us to learn about the formation of the Sun, Solar Cycles, and How the Sun Affects Us here on Earth.

• March 31 – Debate: Are Lifespans Long Enough? What if we didn’t have to grow old and die? What are the ethical and social consequences of radically increasing lifespans? Should we accept a “natural” end, or should we find a cure to aging? 90 mins.

Member Address Phone Dennis & Reta

Christopher 551 3144

Philip & Jo Ann Paul 2417 3258 Bert & Carol Larsson 9327 3935 Milton & Lynn Strombler 6302 3612

Ash Wednesday Service with The Imposition of Ashes

On March 2, at 2:00 p.m., we will be offering the Ash Wednesday service with the Imposition of Ashes. This marks the beginning of the Lenten Season and is open to ALL Members and Staff of Park Springs Community. Clergy from Holy Trinity Episcopal Church will be leading the service, assisted by The Rev. Tom Mustard. The Community Hall will have proper social distance for seating. Please wear your mask, and remember to sign up if you plan to attend. This is a short and solemn service, reminding us all that “we are dust and to dust we shall return.” This is a gentle reminder that we rest in the loving hands of Almighty God. Please mark your calendar, register on Touchtown or with the Concierge.

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Senior Fitness Evaluation What it is and why you should consider making an appointment today at the Fitness Center x3161!

Description

A Senior Fitness Evaluation (SFE) is a comprehensive assessment of your balance and mobility as well as the physical fitness components of:

• aerobic fitness • muscular endurance • flexibility • body composition

The evaluation serves two main purposes. The first is to aid in the design of your individualized exercise program. The second is to monitor your progress through comparison of results with past and future evaluations.

What Assessments are included

Aerobic Fitness refers to the ability of the respiratory, circulatory, and musculoskeletal systems to work efficiently over extended amounts of time. The two-minute step test is used to evaluate your aerobic fitness level.

Muscular Endurance refers to the ability of a muscle group to exert a submaximal force numerous times. The chair stand test and seated arm curl test are used to measure muscular endurance.

Flexibility refers to the range of motion in and around a joint or joints. Low back pain and disability are common ailments and are often associated with poor flexibility in the back of the legs (hamstrings), the hips and the lumbar regions. A chair sit and reach test is used to measure your flexibility in these regions. Additionally, limited range of motion and disability are common ailments often associated with poor flexibility in the arms and shoulders. A back scratch test is used to measure your flexibility in these regions.

Balance and mobility are assessed with a series of tests referred to at the Fullerton Advanced Balance Test:

1. Balance Stance: Assess the ability to use ground cues to maintain upright balance while standing with a reduced base of support.

2. Forward Object Reach: Assess the ability to lean forward to retrieve an object without altering the base of support; measure of stability limits in forward direction.

3. 360° Turns: Assess the ability to turn in a full circle in both directions in the fewest number of steps without loss of balance.

4. Bench Step-Over: Assess the ability to control center of gravity in dynamic task situations; also a measure of lower-body strength and control.

5. Tandem Walk: Assess the ability to dynamically control center of mass with an altered base of support.

6. Single-Leg Stance: Assess the ability to maintain upright balance with a reduced base of support.

7. Foam Stance: Assess the ability to maintain upright balance while standing on an unstable surface with eyes closed.

Walk with Head Turns: Assess ability to maintain dynamic balance while walking and turning the head. Preparation

Already made your appointment? Follow these steps to be prepared for you’re the assessment:

1. Please be dressed and ready to go at the designated appointment time.

2. Wear comfortable clothing: Loose, breathable fabrics and rubber-soled exercise shoes.

3. Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to the test. Try to avoid even moderate exercise for two to four hours prior to testing.

4. Please refrain from alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine at least four to six hours prior to testing.

5. Avoid a large meal within two hours of testing.

This month the Fitness Center will be hosting its 7th annual Balance Challenge. This program will educate our members on fall prevention and provide special balance training classes that are designed to address balance concerns in both stable and unstable members.

To be eligible to participate in the 2022 Balance Challenge, all fitness center documents must be current, you must complete a fitness assessment (by appointment only), and you must attend one of the two Balance Challenge presentations. The presentations are Thursday, March 3 at 1:00 p.m. and Wednesday, March 16 at 1:00 p.m. in the Community Hall.

Detailed instructions of how the program will be run and the balance class schedule will be discussed at the presentations on the 3rd and 16th. You can attend the presentations even if you do not plan on participating in the Balance Challenge. If you have any questions, contact the Fitness Center at ext. 3161.

Heart Health Month was a Success! Thanks to all who participated in our Heart Health Campaign and wore red to raise awareness for heart health month. We had a lot of fun sharing our hearts and gettting into the rythym with Cardio Drumming.

PSF Honors John Peatman By Jean Fenton

Pictured above are (Left to Right): President, Pat Shea, and former Foundation Committee members John Peatman, Katrina Shoemaker and Bob Batten. Picture courtesy of Toshi Kii.

John Peatman was honored by the Park Springs Foundation at the January Park Springs General Member meeting. Bob Batten, immediate past treasurer of the Foundation, presented a plaque to John expressing appreciation for six years of outstanding service as Chair of the Foundation’s Scholarship Committee.

Batten indicated that responsibilities of the committee include encouraging potential scholarship recipients to pursue an education, corresponding with students, ensuring that all paperwork has been submitted, and ensuring that all scholarship recipients have registered for the next semester and are in good standing. Those duties are at the heart of the foundation’s work. John and his committee did the work in an outstanding manner.

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Annual Art Show Friday, April 22 from 2 – 4 PM (CH)

Calling all artists! Each year we host an Art Show for our talented and artistic members where we showcase their amazing creations in the Community Hall. Works include sculpture, ceramics, knitting, quilting, woodwork, photography, paintings, and jewelry, just to name a few. Wine and cheese will be served as you indulge in an afternoon of an amazing display of artistry.

If you’re interested in displaying your art, please register on Touchtown under Calendars, or pick up a registration form in the art room or magazine rack, near the in-house mailboxes. We look forward to another great art show. Please submit all registration forms to the Concierge by March 18.

A Little Luck ‘o the Irish! Thursday, March 17, 7:00 p.m. (CH)

Kathleen Donohoe is a native Irish singer, now residing in Atlanta, Georgia. Infusing her brogue and fiery passion into songs she has spent a lifetime in collecting, she has been invited to sing for numerous Irish dignitaries, the former Governor of Georgia, Sonny Perdue, and Frank McCourt (author of Angela’s Ashes). Widely known around Atlanta and beyond, Kathleen has performed at venues including the High Museum, Fadó Irish Pub, Eddie’s Attic (Decatur), Kevin Barry’s (Savannah), Murphy’s Restaurant in Atlanta’s Virginia Highlands, Ri Ra (Ree raw) Atlanta, and in surrounding states. Offering a typical Irish hospitable style, Kathleen can guarantee you authentic Celtic entertainment by drawing on her huge collection of songs in the Irish language or in English and she self-accompanies on guitar and an Irish-made bodhran (frame drum). “My great joy is in sharing songs and interpretations with listeners who are spiritually linked to their Irish or Celtic roots, and who embrace the joviality that the Irish are known for.”

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