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<strong>January</strong> 2007 <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Connector</strong> www.seniorconnector.com Page 21Submitted By Janet SchneiderSeasons greetings from ourlittle home to yours!Our board president,June, and I enjoyed appetizrs,wine, interesting conversationsand the fantasticinging voices of Hub Cityingers at an appreciationvening at Desert GarensCommunity Centre inecember.Special thanks to theenior <strong>Connector</strong> forarranging this event. Wetoo were both inspired andentertained by Maisie; whatan incredible lady!Also deserving thanksare the many groups andindividuals who supportour home through financialdonations or volunteerism.We are deeply grateful toeach of them. Without theirsupport, we could not provide“extras” in the way ofmaterial needs of the homeChristmas Light TourBy Elaine DonaldsonWe waited patiently by the store,To see the Christmas lights galore.The city bus came on the scene,With elfin driver dressed in green.With Speedy, the elf, to drive the bus,And a nice young man to look after us,We set off down the city street,And saw displays that can’t be beat.All the work that some folks do,To make others happy, like me and you.They have such patience and talent plus,To please the folks on every bus.Kamloops City and volunteers,Should be given, three big cheers.For all the fun along the way,And the goodies they gave awayThey gave us coffee, oranges and cake,We danced and sang, till the walls did quake.The band was good, they had great tone.Then the buses drove us home.This poem is a “Thank You” card,For all the ones who worked so hard.Lake Havasu, Arizonaand our residents, as wellas make available new programs.Anyone interested inassisting with our volunteerprograms may contact theManor at 579-9350.Several seasonal events arescheduled over the next coupleof weeks. The ChurchWomen of Cleopas are hostingtheir annual Christmasparty for our board ofdirectors, staff and residents.By Wilf SchneiderLongstay VacationsLake Havasu offers tennis, casinos, championship golf and the world famousLondon Bridge. The Havasu Dunes is perfect forlong stay guests as it's near all amenities andclose to the water. Experience Arizona's uniquebeauty and diversity. 300 days of sunshine a yearisn't too shabby either.The resort offers:Havasu Dunes is located 1.5 miles from thedowntown area. There are 3 outdoor pools a hottub, a BBQ area, activity centre, laundry facilities,video rental, 24 hour front desk & free parkingavailable at the resort. Accommodation includes1 queen size bed and 1 queen sofa pullout, A/C,cable TV/VCR, hairdryer, telephone, iron/board &kitchen. Kitchen includes 2 burner stove, microwave,mini-fridge, tea/coffee maker, blender,toaster, can-opener and utensils.Call 852-4600 Travel Dept.or toll-free 310-8286Visit 500 Notre Dame DriveClick bcaa.com/travel BC Reg No. 294-0From $2149.00per person based on double occupancyPrice is based on Jan 11/07 departure and is subject to change based on airfare available at the time of booking. Not included:bca19_decgas, tax and insurance on car rental, air taxes and fuel surcharges. Non members add $20.00 per person.News from Cariboo ManorThis is always a fun eveningwith games, a sing-a-long,and lots of goodies.We were also entertainedby the Silver Belles on Dec.12. What a delightful afternoonof entertainment.Christmas wraps us insentiment and nostalgia.We celebrate surroundedby family and friends, andwarmly remember thosewho are unable to be withus, such as my dad, Bill, andB.C. <strong>Senior</strong>s GamesZone 8Package includes:• Round trip airfare on HarmonyAirways Vancouver to Las Vegas• 28 nights Accommodationin a mini suite• Compact car rental for 28 days• Bonus: Lake Havasu welcome package,Friday evening snacks, Saturdaycontinental breakfast & other dailyactivities. BCAA members: Play 18holes at London Bridge Golf Courseincluding cart plus breakfast or lunchfor $49 USD per person.We have a new year comingand so we now have to thinkand plan ahead for the 2007B.C. <strong>Senior</strong>s Games.The Games this year arein Nanaimo and are plannedfor August. In 2008, theGames will again be inPrince George.We sometimes hear negativecomments about theGames but we didn’t hearanything negative when wehad the Games in PrinceGeorge a few years ago.Everyone who attendedthose Games enjoyed theirhospitality.Anyone who has questionsor who wants informationabout the B.C. <strong>Senior</strong>sGames can contact our officein Northills, telephone number554-4145 or e-mail us atsirrs@kamloops.netQuite a number of formerparticipants were giventhe loan of a Zone 8 shirtand jacket. If you still haveone of these and don’t planon participating in futureGames, please return themto Pearl Thompson or toanother member of our executive.This will give others achance to use them.We do have a membershipmeeting planned forThursday, Jan. 18, starting at10 a.m. at the Henry GrubeEducation Centre, 245Kitchener Ave. The MooseHall, where we formerlyhad our meetings, is beingreplaced by a housing project.All are welcome to attendour meetings.father-in-law, Otto.At Cariboo Manor, welovingly remember Carolineand Betty and send our bestwishes to their families andfriends.We also wish Woody,NewTired of being retired?Contact us Today!Convergys CMG Canada Limited Partnership1-2121 East Trans Canada Hwy.Kamloops, BC V2C 4A6Phone: (250) 571-5800 Fax: (250) 571-5870Email: jobs.kamloops@convergys.comWebsite: www.convergys.comDo You Have:Martha, Helene and Helena happy holiday in their newhomes.May all the joy and blessingsof the season be yoursnow and in the year to come.Happy holidays!SHUSWAP LODGERETIREMENT ◆ RESIDENCEFor a guided tour ormore information call(250) 832-7081#200 Trans Canada HwySalmon Arm, BC•Loose Dentures?•Problems Chewing?•Missing Teeth?•Ever Considered Implants?For A Consultation AppointmentPlease Call Dr. Henri Ferber At372-2333◆ 40 charming units◆ 3 meals/snacks andtreats daily◆ All utilities includedexcluding phone◆ Weekly laundry andhousekeeping◆ Full range of assisted livingand professional careservices available◆ Medical Clinic on location◆ Convenient downtown location◆ Relocation assistanceavailableDo you miss working?The challenge, the financial reward,the satisfaction of seeing a job well done?At Convergys we recognize that matureworkers make up a very important part of theworkforce. 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