The Leaves November 2016 __________________ PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE by Phil Sims Another year at Forest Gardens is rapidly coming to a close, as is my term as Social Club president. We were able to accomplish several significant items, including changing some of the rules regarding annual elections. We now have our election results in October so there is a smooth transition to the next elected board members. The extra time prior to actually taking office is used for incoming board members to familiarize themselves with their new positions. The term of each new board member is now in effect from January 1st through December 31st. We had fantastic support from our neighborhood representatives. They delivered The Leaves, greeted new residents, chaired the International Night event, and much more. Great job, all of you. In addition, we kept the ticket prices on Social Club events as low as possible. These things never happen because of just one person. This year was no exception. We had a very capable board. Linda Gailmor was 1st vice president and my proverbial “right hand.” Denise Burgess, 2nd vice-president, spent countless hours managing the kitchen and her overall input was greatly appreciated throughout the year. Secretary Ellie Cantrell had never had this position before, but she was up to the task almost immediately. Treasurer Don Graeler was our rock. He held us accountable for every penny, as he should have. A very special thank you to Griff Hill who organized the neighborhood reps and gave invaluable input to me and the rest of the board. We drew often from his previous years of experience. Most of all, I want to thank all of you, the residents, for making this a very successful year. We are in good hands with Pat Haley at the helm for 2017. She is very talented and dedicated to the community. Let’s get behind her and make 2017 an outstanding year! Thanks, Phil The Leaves November 2016 __________________ Saturday November 5 2016 9:00 am to 4:00 pm ______________________ Thursday November 24 2016 _________________________ “The Leaves”: For corrections, additions or deletions, please contact the Editors: Donna at 949-380-1228 or Pat at 949-254-3318 or by email at: leafydonna@yahoo.com or rphaley@earthlink.net

Congratulations to the new Board! Forest Gardens Social Club SOCIAL CLUB ELECTION 2017 Results of the voting for 2017 Social Club Board of Directors was announced at the October 11th General Social Club Meeting by current President, Phil Sims. The 2017 Board includes: President: Pat Haley 1st Vice President: Donna Durrett 2nd Vice President: Denise Burgess Secretary: Ellie Cantrell Treasurer: Clarissa Vargas * Congratulations to the new Board! Griff Hill continues as Coordinator of the Neighborhood Reps, and Terri Goodman will be the Coordinator for Special Resident Events. *Donna Chaput notified the Board that due to health reasons, she was unable to serve. Forest Gardens Social Club 2016 Board of Directors President Phil Sims (Spc 260) 290-2590 philsims1@gmail.com 1st Vice President Linda Gailmor (Spc 312) 830-9452 ggailmor@gmail.com 2nd Vice President Denise Burgess (Spc 300) 233-9446 justfunwalking@hotmail.com Secretary Ellie Cantrell (Spc 222) 951-8065 elliemc36@yahoo.com Treasurer Don Graeler (Spc 327) 452-9490 tellermatic1@yahoo.com Social Club Board Meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the second Monday of every month, and after the HOA General Meeting in January, April, July and October. Forest Gardens Social Club  Neighborhood Representatives 2016 Griff Hill, Coordinator, 859-3914 District 1 Rachel Ruelas 305-5525 Spaces 1-49 (49) District 2 #93 Genie Kindig 446-0993 Spaces 50-93 (44) District 3 #272 Kathy Derschan 951-2125 Spaces 94-114/199-217 (40) District 4 #127 Mary Baranyi 462-9655 Spaces 115-161 (47) District 5 #183 Griff Hill 859-3914 Spaces 162-198 (37) District 6 #231 Jerry McLaughlin 472-8726 Spaces 218-258 (41) District 7 #273 Donna King 351-0439 Spaces 258-287 (41) District 8 #273 Marlene Tingley 292-1001 Spaces 288-321 (34) District 9 #327 Char Graeler 452-9490 Spaces 322-357 (36) District 10 #359 Patt Haycock 378-3536 Spaces 358-380 (23) District 11 #366 Karen Bousquet 510-0270 Spaces 381-416 (36) District 12 #463 Alice Sanchez 595 0433 Spaces 417-442 (26) District 13 # 454 John Haveles 707-1438 Spaces 443- 466 (24) District 14 #480 Marcia Shadron 583-1334 Spaces 467-494 (28) LUAU – October 8th By Alice Sanchez The evening started off with a big “ALOHA” which means “Hello” in Hawaiian. Next on the agenda was the highlight of evening -- the crowning of the King, Joe Blout, and Queen, Christine plus a Prince, Randy Notko and Princess, Denise Burgess. The meal was then served, and guests enjoyed pork, teriyaki chicken, yams, salad, fresh fruit salad, rice, topped off with pumpkin cake roll with cream cheese and ice cream. Yum, Yum!! Thanks to Ray Grossman for starring as Hawaiian great “Don Ho” and a little bit of “Superman” plus a sing-along with the guests. Great Job, Ray. Until the next Luau, Aloha”(goodbye) 3

Linda Gailmor – Social Club BOOK CLUB – 4TH WEDNESDAY 11:30 – 1:00 NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME! Schedule and book selections for the next few months are:    November 16 -  The Distant Land of My Father - Bo Caldwell  December 14 - No Book Selection- Holiday Social Event for Members                  January 25 – The Tortilla Curtain – T. C. Boyle Come join us even if you haven't finished the book. Book selections will be made at the meetings and announced in the “Leaves”. We meet in the Ladies Card Room at the Clubhouse. NEW CONTACTS: Dorothy Burger, 303-254-6609, Laurel Williams 714-556-3835, and Bobbie Harris, 949-683-1840. Bulletin Board …… WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS #314   Angela McLaughlin A message from Social Club First Vice President….. As my term as First Vice President and Event Coordinator ends, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the wonderful chairpersons and workers for their time and effort in presenting great events this year. Also, thank you to each resident for your great support of these events. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with all of you. Linda Gailmor – Social Club A Special Thank You Thanks to all of you for your support of the ‘Grill Your Own Steak Fry’. We enjoyed a special film presentation by Lieutenant Colonel Chris Collins, retired Blue Angel Pilot. The event was well attended (124) and fun for everyone. The drawing for the beautiful dollhouse made by Donna Durrett, and donated by Donna and Layne, was won by Joy Luettchau. Thanks to Randy Notko for his tireless promotion of ticket sales for the dollhouse raffle. The drawing brought in appreciated funds for Helping Hands and will be put to good use in the community. ‘Thank you Donna and Layne for this special ‘gift of love.’  Special recognition for donations at the event goes out to Denise Burgess for beans, and Kathy Derschan for lemon bars. My special thanks to Ester McCarthy, Donna King and Emil Sdao for their endless energy and help in the kitchen. Many thanks to our Helping Hands volunteers: Wendy Teyian, Winnie Archibald, Barbara Farrow, Cassie Ellis, Joe & Ester Goff, Marlene Tingley, Jerry McLaughlin, Marcia Shadron, and Emil & Gayle Sdao. We have a great group of volunteers that work week-after-week helping our friends and neighbors in Forest Gardens. You are all very much appreciated – thank you!! Marion Renner, Helping Hands 4

Every Saturday morning from You’re Invited… 2017 Event Planning Meeting Saturday, November 19th 10:30-11:30 Ladies Card Room The Social Club is having an Event Planning Meeting for 2017, and we hope that you stop in, share your ideas and join in the conversation. Our goal is to plan a calendar for 2017 that will have a variety of events that our residents will find enjoyable and affordable. We have a suggestion box in the Ladies Card Room for anyone who may not be able to attend but would like to share some ideas or give comments about our events. Every Saturday morning from 9AM to 10 AM, rain or shine, we have complimentary Coffee and Donuts served at the Clubhouse. We invite All Residents to stop by and enjoy some good conversation and friendly faces.