Glenbrooke News

National Night Out at Promenade Park

Mary Weatherill — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 01:14:52 +0000

All residents are invited to come celebrate National Night Out at Promenade Park, sponsored by Neighborhood Watch. The event will be held on Tuesday, August 3rd from 6-9PM. This community activity is an opportunity to meet your neighbors, have some fun and be informed, you may even win a prize! Those that attended last year had a great time. Bring an Appetizer, your Drink of Choice, A Chair, or just come and bring a neighbor!

Here is the Elk Grove Press Release about the national event"

ELK GROVE UNITES FOR NATIONAL NIGHT OUTElk Grove, CA– Nearly 40 communities within Elk Grove are teaming up with the Elkrd for the 27th annual National Night Out

Grove Police Department on Tuesday, August 3

celebration. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime prevention awareness,

generate support for and participation in local crime prevention programs, strengthen

neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships, and send a message to

criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

Throughout the city of Elk Grove, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., residents are asked to

spend the evening outside with their neighbors and police officers. The National Night

Out party is a simple way for people to meet one another, have fun and explore how

they might work together to improve the safety and quality of their neighborhoods. For

additional information about National Night Out, please contact Crime Prevention

Specialist Denise Costello at (916) 478-8117 or David Feinberg (916) 478-8130.

For the neighboorhood watch block captains, you are asked to come to the park for set up at 5:00pm. If anyone has a pop-up shade or a table available, please arrange to bring them that evening.

Ambulance fees proposed by CSD

Press Release — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:02:12 +0000

The Elk Grove Citizen News, online reported that Consumnes Community service District (CSD) is requesting new fees to the District Board to vote on at their August 18^thBoard Meeting.

The taxes paid to CSD (which houses the Fire Department in Elk Grove) apparently do not cover the cost of ambulance calls. “The fees were last updated in 2008 and equipment costs have since increased and are still rising, up to 600 percent in cases, CSD Fire Battalion Chief Peter Sakaris told the board.”Read the full story HERE.

Glenbrookenews has links to KRCR TV, The Sacramento Bee and Elk Grove Citizen on the left side column of the front page; just click on the headlines to read the article:

Monday – RiverCats, History & Free Food

DarcieG — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:56:03 +0000

Glenbrooke residents who scored free RiverCats tickets are looking forward to Monday, August 2nd. The game starts at 7:05 PM at Raley Field. That night is also Sacramento Baseball History Night. According to the RiverCats website, "Fans will enjoy baseball memories of past and present with trivia, video tributes and collections on the concourse. Also, as it is every Monday at Raley Field, Seniors Eat Free presented by Del Webb." We thank Del Webb and RiverCats for the 50 tickets distributed to Glenbrooke homeowners.

The RiverCats just returned to Sacramento after a road trip with three consecutive losses. Monday's game will be against the Las Vegas 51s. The weather forecast is for a high of 88 degrees but the Delta breeze should cool the field and set the stage for a wonderful evening excursion.

PLEASE , If you pick up tickets and then find you are unable to go, be considerate and return them to the Lodge office, or post the availability here so that someone else might use them. The last game, there were homeowners that wanted to go but were told the tickets were all gone. Then it was reported there were of empty seats. What a shame for the homeowners, the RiverCats and the sponsors.

Bridge and Bingo

DarcieG — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:37:46 +0000

By Joyce Byer

I was reading the newsletter from the Senior Center of Elk Grove, and noticed a request for someone to teach Bridge. Games are on Monday and Friday at 1:00 p.m. Contact persons are Sara Ann Martin or Therese Schultz --- 685-3160. Maybe someone here would like to volunteer to teach?

Also, for anyone who misses Bingo, which was cancelled here at Glenbrooke, it is available at the SCEG on Friday in the Dining Room after lunch at 1:00 for 50 cents per card.

Scottish Highland Game Preview Friday Night

DarcieG — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:46:52 +0000

Every Labor Day Weekend, the Caledonian Club of San Francisco puts on the Scottish Highland Games at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. Last year a number of residents from Glenbrooke attended these games.

Friday is a preview of these Highland Games. If you think you may want to go, you won’t want to miss this free preview at the Arbour Lodge on July 30, 2010 at 6:00PM. If you aren’t able to attend the actual games in Pleasanton, come see video, hear a bagpipe performance and learn more about the individual events.

The games include:

Athletic Heavy Events (for both men and women)

Rugby and Shinty

Soccer

Piping and Drumming

Dancing

Celtic Heritage

Sheep Dog Trials

Birds of prey demonstrations and exhibits

Musical Entertainment

Historical re enactments

Kilted Mile race

Clydesdales

Children’s Glen

Whiskey tasting

Ceilidh

Gathering of the clans

And a Grandstand show

There will be msny vendord and British and American Food at the Highland Games.

Glenbrooke Needs People who like to SING!

DarcieG — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:33:42 +0000

Do you sing to the radio or cd’s? Have you had experience singing in a choir? Would you like to learn to sing better?

Come join us in forming a Choral group at Glenbrooke on Tuesday nights, starting August 31st from 7:00 - 9PM. The purpose of forming this chorus is to enjoy the beauty of choral music, have fun and perform the music rehearsed at Glenbrooke and outside venues.

Singing is a healthful exercise, learning to breathe deeply, improving your speaking voice and your longevity.

This is an exciting opportunity for all levels of singers. You will have the privilege of learning under the direction Alex Gould, an amazing singer, teacher and director.

Alex was a tenor soloist for Harry Owens and his Royal Hawaiians in 1948 and their performances were broadcast nightly on NBC. He was asked to replace Dennis Day on the Jack Benny Show but his faith called him to the full time Ministry of Music. Alex left Hollywood for a conservatory in Princeton to obtain a formal education in music which prepared him for teaching and conducting. Alex Gould has toured as a tenor soloist and sang in Carnegie Hall.

In 1954 Alex created the Fremont Presbyterian Church’s Graduated Choir Program. It grew from 3 to 16 choirs with 750 singers. He has been the conductor of the Sacramento Symphony Chorus of 100 voices. He has conducted both Chorus and Orchestra in concert. Click HERE to hear a the Choral Selection "Good News."

Click HERE to hear Alex sing "To You Sweetheart, Aloha.'

We are also looking for a Glenbrooke resident who can accompany our chorus. We need a piano and accompanist. If a resident has a piano to donate or loan to Del Webb we would be eternally grateful.

If you would like more information or to join the choir, come to the organizational meeting on Auguest 31st at 7:00PM in the Arbour Lodge or call Alex or Dortha at 685-8059.

WELCOME?

DarcieG — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:21:17 +0000

by Darcie Gore

There have been some interesting conversations lately in the clubhouse and around the pool regarding people leaving an activity early. There seems to be two reasons cited:

1. There wasn’t enough room at the tables or seats were being ‘saved’ for someone. It’s really a shame if a resident of Glenbrooke, especially a new resident, didn’t feel like they could stay.

2. The second issue brought up was start times. When an activity is listed in the schedule as starting at 1:00PM or 6:00PM people come to find games all ready under way. Thus the person arriving on time feels left out.

I really feel sad if homeowners don’t feel welcomed in the Lodge. Personally, I believe it is everyone’s responsibility to reach out to neighbors and be inclusive in all of our activities.

On the other hand, I also understand how you bond with certain people and look forward to a weekly game with them. It is easy to arrange to meet at a certain time to resume last week’s challenge.

I admit I don't know the answers.

I just bring this with the hope of having a dialog about it. Maybe people will be more aware that it is often difficult for someone to decide to try a new activity - especially if they are by themselves and new to the community.

Someone suggested drawing numbers and being seated that way. Another person suggested rotating tables/players after each game or hand. As we grow, this is bound to come up more frequently.

What would you suggest so that everyone feels welcomed?

How Do I Add a Comment or Post in Forums?

DarcieG — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:58:54 +0000

We have a lot of new residents lately and I would like to remind everyone that Glenbrookenews is the neighborhood website. The website is maintained by your neighbors for all residents to use and enjoy.

What’s that? You don’t know how to post a comment or submit a classified ad or article? It is easy but requires a couple of things the first time.

To comment on an article, go to the bottom of the article, enter your name in the box (first name and last initial). Then in the next box enter your email address (this will not be posted but it’s needed to verify it’s not computer generated spam). Then post your comments! People don’t have to agree on issues but we do insist on being civil.

The first time (only) you post, there will be a delay to verify you’re a real person; after that your posts will appear immediately.

For the Forums, just email newsofglenbrooke@gmail.com with your first and last name, email address and say, “request password.” You will receive a return password (you can change it anytime) and your user ID which is usually your first name and last initial. Then you are ready to post on the Forums. You can sell things, let people know of community events or just start a topic.

If you have any trouble, please call Darcie at 647-6594.
We hope everyone will help pass the word about Glenbrookenews to new neighbors!

Attention Bike Riders!

DarcieG — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:21:26 +0000

The Glenbrooke bike club is moving back their Thursday night bike rides one hour. Due to the heat, the bike ride will now start at 6:00PM. All residents are invited to join the group for this weekly ride. Meeting at the Arbour Lodge, the group welcomes all skill levels and starts out riding around the neighborhood, those that want to go farther continue.

If you are interested in getting more information about the bike club, call AJ Petruzzi at 684-5830.

Annual Meeting- First a date change; now a time change

DarcieG — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 15:35:23 +0000

On June 4th homeowners were notified the date for the Annual Meeting had been changed from August 11, 2010 to Wednesday August 18, 2010 at 6:00PM due to a conflict with a newly scheduled mandatory meeting with the CEO of Pulte/Del Webb that must be attended by the three Developer Board Members.

At today's Board Meeting, the motion was made and carried to have the start time changed from 6:00PM to 5:00PM to allow the Inspector of Elections, Jennifer Jensen, time to open and count the ballots. The statement was made that she could established a membership meeting with a quorum based on the number of ballots received.

All homeowners are welcome to witness the ballot counting. The comment from the Board was they did not need to watch someone open envelopes, so they would arrive at 6:00PM. Both Pam Ciapessoni, of Riverside Management, and Mina LaCuesta said they would be there at 5:00PM.