AUGUST 2020 - Gimli New Horizons
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
Gimli New Horizons will remain closed at this
time. Keep safe! Stay Safe ! Think Safe!
AUGUST 2020
This little guy came for a rest
on our steps. With no activity
around here it’s a pretty safe
place for a nap.
Tel: 204-642-7909 Email: gimli55@mts.net
Website: www.gimlinewhorizons.com
Follow us on Facebook as Gimli New Horizons
1
Yearly Membership Fee (Oct. 2019 - Sept.
ACTIVITIES & CONTACTS 2020) $25.00 / Person
$30 /Associate (under 50-54)
ACTIVITY Activity Prices RUNS CONTACT PERSON PHONE (204)
for Members FROM/TO
Acrylic Painting $5.00 Oct - April Lorraine MacVicar 642-1213
Addicted to Dance $1.00 February - Dec Kathy Bowden 642-7535
Carol Simonson 641-2902
Bereavement Support Varies Ongoing Office 642-7909
Bingo Pay what you play All Year Jane Bell 642-4622
5 Pin Bowling @ Bowlers $10/week Sept - Apr Deb Gottfried 487-8877
Bridge - Beginners $1.00 As scheduled Dale Klassen 642-5178
Bridge - Contract $2.00 All Year Sharon Peichl 642-4492
Bridge - Duplicate $1.00 All Year Dale Klassen 642-5178
Canasta - (Fri) $1.00 All Year Audrey Corrie 642-1581
Canasta - (Mon) $1.00 All Year Loni Loughery 671-0181
Carpet Bowling $1.00 Oct - April Janie Ellis 642-8851
Casino Tours Varies / trip Occasional Elaine Einarson 642-9495
Chair Yoga $8.00 NEW Jen Heinrichs 881-6441
Circle Dance $1.00 All Year Linda Rankin 389-3580
Color University $7.00 NEW Joyce Reid 407-3568
Cribbage $3.00 All Year George Langois 642-9413
Dance Lessons $7.00 Sept - May Gail Hurak 642-7834
Dance With Chris & $7.00 Sept - June Deborah Gaynor-Martens 642-8813
Deborah
Day Tours Varies / trip All Year Office 642-7909
Fibre Arts Group $1.00 All Year Janice Skene 376-2649
Fit N Fun $1.00 All Year Lisa Forget 407-2097
Arlene Bernshine 642-7357
Floor Curling - (Fri) $15 / Season Sept - April Mavis Gerwing 642-8651
Floor Curling - (Thurs) $1.00 Sept - April Arlene Bernshine 642-7357
2
Yearly Membership Fee (Oct. 2019 - Sept. 2020)
ACTIVITIES & CONTACTS $25.00 / Person
$30 /Associate (50-54)
ACTIVITY Activity Prices for RUNS CONTACT PERSON PHONE (204)
Members FROM/TO
Golf $10 Season + clubfees May - Sept Dave McNabb 642-4736
Jam Session $1.00 All Year Pearl Jessup 642-4390
Lawn Bowling $5.00 May-Sept Elaine Thompson 641-1626
Line Dance (Mon) $1.00 All Year Marian Huston 642-5534
Line Dance (Thurs) $1.00 Sept - June Rose Marie Hess 642-8678
Perogy Making FREE! Oct - May Mike Michaluk 642-5764
Petal Pushers FREE! Seasonal Vera Szczepanski 930-3206
Shutterbugs $2.00 All Year Debbie Einarson or 642-7660
Judy McKinnon 643-5601
Sketching $7.00 All Year Rosemary Dzus - contact via email Use email
rosemary.dzus@gmail.com
Spanish - Beginner $1.00 As scheduled Peter Dykes 389-2674
Experienced Kathy Bowden 642-7535
Tai Chi $1.00 All Year Phyllis Holmes 642-9054
Texas Hold’em $2.00 Sept - April Vince Gerwing or 642-8651
Bruce Geske 642-1515
Walking $1.00 Sept - May Carol Simonson 641-2902
Wood Carving $1.00 All Year Office 642-7909
Writers Group $5.00 NEW Linda Gunhouse 232-7747
Yoga $8 Tues $10 Thurs All Year Leanne Stevens 641-3920
Yoga $8 Saturday As Scheduled Jen Heinrichs 881-6441
A note from the office staff: Please note that the office staff have different
email addresses.
To reach Jonie regarding Centre related information - gimli55@mts.net
To reach Carol for all Hilites Newsletter, advertising and membership info -
hilites@mts.net
We don’t always check each others email when away on vacation so please use email address that
corresponds to your subject.
3
President’s Message - Cindy Stewart
Presidents Message August 2020
Wow we are already half way through the summer and what
a summer it has been. I love the heat although must say there
were even a few days that were too hot for me!
The Board will be meeting on August 18 to revisit our decision to remain closed.
We have asked for input from all our different activities to see how and what
their activities would look like once we do open. We will let you know our
decision through the different media formats.
The staff and some of the Board have been involved in both conference and
Zoom calls to keep ourselves up to date on the different protocols and regulations
as the province sends them out. Jonie has been busy filling out grants as well.
We have also done some maintenance to the building such as power washing
(our son Patrick did that) I washed some windows and the landing by the kitchen
has been stained and of course our volunteers that are maintaining the plants
and grounds. Everything is looking really good. Even a fox decided to was nice
enough to take a nap on the concrete steps.
(See front cover)
The foreman at the new building came over and they
scraped the area where are garden boxes will be
going. Thanks so much.
Would also like to thank Sharon Peichl for all her
contributions over the years as well as serving on the
Board and President.
We are not only losing her to Winnipeg but also
several other members who all make important
contributions to our centre are leaving the community.
4
About the Centre
Gimli New Horizons 55+ Centre Inc,
Executive: 2019/2020 17 North Colonization Rd., Gimli,
President Cindy Stewart was incorporated in 1974 as a not for profit /
Past President Vacant charitable organization.
1st Vice Vacant
2nd Vice Lorraine Crawford
New Horizon Board Meetings are
Secretary Linda Cochrane now held on the 2nd Monday of
Treasurer Lavona Clarke the month
Directors: 2019/2020
Publicity Graham Watson
Building/Mtce Garry Peterson Find New Horizons 55+ at our
Volunteers Vera Ralke website:
Sunshine/Activities Marion Gale www.gimlinewhorizons.com
Membership Linda Shipman
Or like our facebook page
Social Val Adrian
Member at Large Norma Doerksen
GIMLI NEW HORIZONS
We keep all our events and notices posted on
Member at Large Doris Gordon
this page so it is the best way to keep informed
Member at Large Jane Bell as to activities at the centre. Also watch for
any closures in winter on this page.
Office Staff:
Facility Manager Jonie Johnson
Facility Mgr Assistant Carol Simonson
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Centre will be an asset to the community by
providing a pleasant place for recreation, relaxation and
companionship
and by encouraging all members to remain active and
socially connected while maintaining their physical and
mental health"
Thanks Vera for the
lovely card.
It makes coming to work an easy task when
you know your work is appreciated.
-����������������
5
More from our past…. History of the
summer camps
Thank you to Dilla Narfason
for this info on the history
of the camp that eventually
became the New Horizons.
From the Gimli Saga 1975
http://www.mb1870.org/localhistor
y/013%20-
%20Gimli%20Saga,%20Gimli%20
Women's%20Institute.pdf
6
So you want to help out the club???
Here’s a few ideas how to help us out. . . . .
● Volunteer some time to help with the yard this summer
● Purchase the clothing we have in our stock. Mens and Ladies vests and
jackets still available. Be nice to clear out our stock.
● Volunteer to deliver newsletters - once we get back open and start
delivering again, we need some new volunteers to help shorten the routes
around town.
● New activity ideas always welcome - just complete the form we have for
new activity start up and it will go to a board meeting.
● Once things are back to normal:
Support our lunches on Fridays - take out is an option!
Support the 50/50 draws - we pay for many projects with this
fundraiser
Enjoy our always on coffee pot - but remember to pay for your coffee
or tea.
Pay your membership renewal on time - we love when they are all
paid by end of the year at the latest!
Always have a smile on your face - happy people are nice to be around.
Look what we got!!! We received 12 - 32 GB 7Th
Generation IPads from monies received from a grant
from The Government of Canada’s Emergency Community
Support Fund & Westshore Community
Foundation
Available for signout at
the office.
7
Volunteer & Membership
My two cents - as staff of New Horizons Centre
So this year is a very unusual year for all of us. No one could have predicted that we would be closed
for this long (March 17 - now). So what does this really mean for the Centre?
Well no activities = no revenue coming into the Centre. We have applied for some grants to help with
some much needed work but they are not guaranteed to be received. We are hoping that volunteers
can help pitch in where possible.
Members will undoubtedly be wondering what is happening with membership. At this point we are
hoping to have renewals available in October. Likely no large gathering or lunch and games but we will
see what happens over the summer.
We need to stress (more than any other year) the importance of membership. It’s not only your
pass into the Centre to attend your favorite activity….. it’s so much more…… it’s your support to keep
the Centre going.
We need membership even if you don’t attend any functions or activities. It tells us you are there to help
us keep the doors open and the Centre operating. So when we renew the upcoming annual
memberships please renew with pride - our Centre thanks you!
New memberships for those 50+ are always welcome.
The Membership year runs from Oct 1 - Sept 30 each year and at affordable
pricing of $25/year for those 55+ and $30/yr 50 - 54 yrs.
Donations to the Centre are also always welcomed by anyone young or old.
Tax receipts are issued for any donation over $25.
WE need this Centre to thrive and be here when our own children are 55+
and want to be a part of an active senior community.
SO you see membership is more than just participation
****It’s about belonging****
After more than 24 years in the RM of Gimli, Sharon Peichl is moving back to
Winnipeg to be closer to her family.
She has been very involved with New Horizons. Here are some (but probably
not all) of the things she did for the Club: bridge lessons, contract and duplicate
bridge, book club, petal pushers, kitchen duties including Friday lunches, pancake
breakfast and fall supper. She served as President and was on the board for many
years. Thank you for service to New Horizons and the community.
We will miss you. (Lynda Dodunski)
8
Community Service
BELTONE Hearing . . . . . . . .
For appointment
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic
The office is open to phone calls, emails or Aug 12 & 26
scheduled appointments for programs and
services.
Call: 204-642-7297
Sept 9 & 23
Or
Email: gsrc@mymts.net Oct 14 & 28
Thank you and stay safe.
List of services: Nov 25
�� Transportation Program
�� Meals on Wheels
�� Congregate Meals – located: New Haven
Dec 9 & 23
Lodge, New Harbour Lodge, and Winni-
peg Beach Lake Lodge
�� Lifeline
�� E.R.I.K. (Emergency Response Informa-
tion Kits)
�� Handy Helper
�� Yard Maintenance
�� Housecleaning
�� Friendly Visiting
�� Tele-check
�� Nail and Hair Care Services
�� Caregiver Support Meetings See dates above
�� Resource Information / Form Assistance
�� Local rental housing and community in-
formation
9
Community Service
A message about the Manitoba Housing
Project
New Horizons does not have anything to do
with this project.
But thought it was time to get some answers
for the many people that appear interested
in this apartment building once its
completed.
News from GSR Inc (Gimli Senior Residence Inc)
We are proud and thrilled that a 40 Apartment complex is currently being constructed on the
parking lot of New Horizon. This building is owned and will be operated by MB Housing.
They are anticipating the opening in early 2021.
It was a vision of a committee started back in 2011 that consisted of a number of town
residents whose primary purpose was to see the construction of a much needed complex.
In 2018 The project was merged with another proposed project at the MB Housing (New
Haven) site which was originally to renovate, expand, or replace the property at New Haven.
The RM & MB Housing agreed to relocate the 40 unit complex to the site south of New
Horizons and preserve the New Haven building.
The waiting list that was initiated by GSR Inc in 2011 is not valid as GSR Inc does not own
the building.
When a management company is hired and they start the application process for the new
tenants, it will be advertised and posted by that company.
The entrance qualification is income based. For more information please visit the Manitoba
web site. https://www.gov.mb.ca/housing/progs/renters.html
Lina Allegro
President of GSR Inc
10Community Service
HORIZON Hearing . . . . . . . .
For appointment call
1-877-300-7507
Dates at New Horizons In Gimli
Aug 6 & 20
August 6 & 20
Sept 3 & 17
September 3 & 17
Oct 1 & 15
Nov 5 & 19
Dec 3 & 17
11Community Service
Still need
taxes done?
Store hours. Tuesday to Friday 10-5
AIRBORNE
BETACORONAVIRUS
BORDERCLOSURE
CASECLUSTER
CONTACTLISTING
COVID
DRYCOUGH
FACEMASK
MISINFORMATION
OUTBREAK
PROBABLECASE
QUARANTINE
SELFISOLATE
SHORTOFTP
SWABBING
SYMPTOMATIC
VENTILATOR
WAVE
12Useless information . . . But fun
Unique phobias (ok I got bored so here is
some fun stuff you likely never knew)
Specific phobias tend to be incredibly specific. But what do you think these are:
Some so much so that they may only affect a
Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia
handful of people at a time. These are difficult - Fear of ?___________________
to identify because most people don’t report
Triskaidekaphobia - fear of ?
unusual fears to their doctors. Examples of some
of the more unusual phobias include: ______________________
Thaasohpobia - the fear of ?
Alektorophobia Fear of chickens
_________________________
Arachnophobia Fear of spiders
Go ahead and google them. . . .
Coulrophobia Fear of clowns
Elurophobia Fear of cats (Answers on the back page)
Gamophobia Fear of marriage Thanks for this
Hemophobia Fear of blood challenge goes
Iatrophobia Fear of doctors
Nosocomephobia Fear of hospitals out to Lavona Clarke.
Nyctophobia Fear of the dark
Pteromerhanophobia Fear of flying
Pyrophobia Fear of fire
13Fun and Humor
Dryer sheet uses - (you likely didn’t know about)
Clean Your Glasses - Throw a few dryer sheets in your purse for times you
need to clean your glasses on-the-go
Clean your oven racks -If your oven racks are grimy, fill your bathtub
halfway with warm water, add your oven racks and toss in half a cup of
dish soap and eight dryer sheets. Let them soak overnight, scrub them
down with the dryer sheets and rinse
A great Gim
li laugh!
Deer Repellent - As much as we love the scent of dryer sheets, deer do
not. You should cut dryer sheets into strips and tie them to trees and
branches. The scent will deter deer from your property
Deters Dust on Blinds - If you get a lot of dust on your blinds, consider
swiping them with a dryer sheet. This will deter dust from landing on
them, which makes for easier cleaning
Freshen up a vacuum - Have a stinky vacuum? Pop a new dryer sheet
into the canister or bag before you vacuum. Both your vacuum and room
will smell fresh.
Freshen Your Stinky Shoes - Are you a runner or golfer? Or dealing with
extra sweaty feet? When stowing your shoes, slip in a few dryer sheets to
banish the stink.
Insect Repellent - Ward off a variety of bugs with dryer sheets. Stuff them in
your shirt pocket while working or playing outside to keep mosquitoes from
feasting on your blood. There is something about the scent of dryer sheets
that mosquitoes just don’t enjoy. If you get eaten alive by
mosquitoes, consider putting some dryer sheets in your pockets or tied
around a belt loop to deter them.
Remove Dead Bugs from Your Car’s Grill - Do you know how nasty your car
or truck gets after a road trip? Rather than scrubbing those dead bugs from
the front of your car, wipe the grill with a dryer sheet or two.
Remove Pet Hair from Clothing - You love your pet, but your pup or kitty is
notorious for leaving clumps of hair behind. Your white-haired pooch sheds
tiny white hairs that consistently ruin your evening look, and your black cat
ruins anything cream or light-colored. Use clingy dryer sheets to snatch up
stray pet hairs and make your clothing look good as new.
14From some of our activity leaders. . . .
FLOOR CURLING -
Hello Curlers! Mavis & Vera
Usually in this issue of the Hilites we advise everyone the start date for our fall
curling season! This year is the exception! Unfortunately due to the COVID
virus, the New Horizons is still closed and will remain so until further notice. So until our Board
is able to make the decision to open, we are stuck between a rock and a hard place!
When opening date happens, we will still probably have many decisions to make; social
distancing, sanitizing, masks, start date, how many playing surfaces we can use, how many
teams we can accommodate, etc, etc! And the list goes on! (Ugg, I have a headache already!)
But we will persevere and hopefully will have a season to look forward to.
Here’s what we can do in the meantime.
When the club closed and the season ended so abruptly in March, we had just begun to
compile a list of curlers for our fall season. As a result we do not have nearly everyone’s name
and information.
VERA AND I WILL BE CONTACTING EVERYONE
ON OUR REGISTRATION LISTS (regular and
spares) TO SEE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN
CURLING WHEN WE CAN GET STARTED. We
plan on doing this the first two weeks of
August. If you haven’t received a call by
August 14th please call :
Vera at 204-642-9391
Mavis at 204-642-8651
New Horizons Office at 204-642-7909
and we’ll get you on the list.
When we have this information we will be able
to make plans for the season once we get the
go-ahead from the Centre.
In the meantime, continue to have a safe,
healthy summer and hopefully we will be full
steam ahead in a few months.
15From some of our activity leaders. . . .
Carpet Bowling - Janie Ellis Acrylic Painting - Lorraine
MacVicar
(Hoping we can resume carpet bowling in the
fall, but who knows)
Come one, come all Check out our Facebook page
New Horizons Painting
Join carpet bowling Group
in the fall
If you can’t go south for the sun
Join us at New Horizons for some fun
Yoga - Leanne Stevens
Its’ a game anyone can play
Then after, coffee,and snacks, if you
choose to stay Namaste to you all. It's been
great to visit with those of you
Contact Janie Ellis - 642-8851
who join the Saturday morning
Zoom yoga class. I hope that
you're well & enjoying the
summer weather. I certainly
miss our yoga & coffee
gatherings but you are all in my
heart.
If you wish to check on the
Zoom class let me know.
Leanne
Take care
bluecatyoga@gmail.com
204-641-3920
16Petal Pushers - Sharon Peichl
Wow! If you haven't dropped in at the Centre, it is worth the trip to see
how the planters are bursting with enthusiastic plants and flowers. Many
thanks for those donated lilies! They are an amazing array! Just a few hours
by a few members have turned out so very well!
Line Dance
With the centre closed and
all activities on hold I have
created a Facebook page for
members to keep in touch
and post dances they may
want to share with others.
Challenges welcome!
17From some of our activity leaders. . . .
18From some of our activity leaders. . . .
19From some of our activity leaders. . . .
Kayaking Returns!
I liked the experience. Not the same as
canoeing but a wonderful time on the creek.
Rob gave great instructions and we worked
hard paddling against the wind on the second
day. Some aches but that’s normal.
Thanks for organizing that.
Heather
—–––––––––––––--—––––––––––––––––––––––
The kayak clinic was the best! Rob is excellent instructor, taught & pointed out aspects of the
area as we paddled along also. For a beginner kayaker I was more successful with the lessons.
Rob sent photos of group & I gained new kayaking friends.
Vera
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––--—–––––-––
Kayaking was great, more than I expected.
It was not only great to be on the water, but learning a little about different kayaks, safety
equipment, and technique.
The 2nd day, going through the marshes to the Willow Island was so challenging because the
wind was just a little breezy when we started out but by noon it was gusting to 40kph!. WE had to
learn to get out of the "soup" of the weeds, reeds, moss, lilies, . I worked way harder than I
anticipated going out that morning. WE faced that west wind all the way back to starting point. I
was apprehensive knowing we were going towards the lake but Willow Island was far enough.
I'm going to have to practice getting in and out, that's tougher than it looks. All in all, it was
great!!
- Sis
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––-—–––––—––––––––––––––––––
I had a Great Time, It was very worth it in my experience. I am going to buy a Kayak based on my
experience with the group!
- Richard
THANKS ROB for your expertise
and your passion for kayaking.
20More kayaking experiences . . . .
July 21 and 23 brought some adventure. The
4 of us went kayaking through Willow Creek
to the lake entrance. On the 21st went right
out to the lake and experienced turning in
waves (granted they were tiny), then the
23rd with winds of 30 km again made our
way to the lake with a few rest stops in the
willows along the way. The waves were
pretty big so didn't go on to the lake. On the
ride back we could even use our oars as sails.
Needless to say it was a "breeze" coming
back. Saw lots of
pelicans, geese,
ducks and even the
ospreys were out as
well over the 2 days.
- Cindy
NEXT UP - paddle on Aug 13th to a new location. Its’ still a
secret where he’s taking us. A few spots still available.
Meeting at 10 am. Payment by cash or cheque to Gimli New Horizons by
Aug 7th Monday - Fritday 9 - 4
Aug 25 - meeting at 10 am. Location TDB.
Payment by cash or cheque to Gimli New Horizons by Aug 7th Monday -
Fritday 9 - 4
Both these adventures are $60 per person and payment
required to hold your spot.
21From some of our activity leaders. . . .
TAP DANCE CLASSES…with Carol and Deborah at
Gimli New Horizons 55+. Tap shoes are not a necessary. Call us
when we re-start…let’s get a group together.
Get into your Fred and Ginger mode for some fun.
Dates & Times will be announced upon re-opening.
Sketching - Rosemary Dzus
David Hockney is an English painter, photographer, draftsman, printmaker and stage designer. In 2018, his
painting Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures), sold at auction for some $90 million, breaking the record
for a living artist. Now in his mid-80s, he has experimented with many materials and techniques throughout his
career.
Earlier this year, his recent work and the Covid-19 lockdown inspired a collaboration among several French
institutions, including the Centre Pompidou in Paris, Theatre du Chatelet (a theatre and opera house) and France
Inter, a public radio channel and part of Radio France.
Artists were invited to “produce a work like David Hockney, around Spring and the message of hope it conveys.”
Participants were reassured that they need not mimic Hockney’s most recent work, but rather
“evoke the awakening of nature in spring and the hope that it can arouse in us.”
In a letter to the artistic director of the Theatre du Chatelet, Hockney writes:
“Why are my designs received like a respite from this whirlwind of scary news? They bear witness to the cycle of
life which begins again here with the start of spring. I will endeavour to continue this work now that I have appre-
ciated its importance. My life is fine for me, I have something to do: paint.”
Especially if you need some cheering up, I’d suggest taking a look at Hockney’s recent work, and the finalists in
the “Draw Like Hockney” competition. Here are some links:
www.hockney.com
https://www.centrepompidou.fr/fr/lib/L-espoir-au-printemps
https://apresdemain.chatelet.com/events/lespoir-au-printemps-dessine-comme-hockney-retrouvez-une-selection-de-
contributions
22- Gail Hurak
Who are we?
We are a group of active people who love to dance and want to have fun on
the dance floor in our community. We, also, love to go out socially. You will
see us dancing any of the following: east coast swing, fox-trot, waltz, rumba,
cha-cha, country 2-step, old time waltz, polka and more. This is an informal
dance class.
Who can participate?
Any member of New Horizons is welcome to show up. We dance from
September to May but that is Covid rules dependent.
23From Our Activity Leaders
Moving Together
Tai Chi Gimli
- Phyllis Holmes
We are enjoying another fabulous summer in Gimli. The Tai Chi class is loving
performing Tai Chi in Gimli Park. The participants think our music mixed with
the sound of birds and the rustling of the tree leaves and breezes is perfect for performing Tai
Chi. It is so serene and meditative and scenic that everyone is looking forward to each class.
I would like participants to tell me where is the most scenic/exciting/unique place that you
have practiced Tai Chi and I will include your story in my future reports. Recently I did a set of
Tai Chi while standing on the rock surface and overlooking the Seven Sisters Generating
Station. I have also done sets on the outdoor stage in the beautiful park across from the
Moose Jaw Mineral Springs Hotel and on the beaches of Hawaii.
Phone me at 204-642-9054 with your story or bring it to me at our next class.
24From Our Activity Leaders
BRIDGE NEWS - Sharon Peichl
How weird to see that cards are
such a dangerous activity! We
are so hoping for a Fall reprieve from this deprivation!! Just a few of us
have chanced covert games at home.
Such a pleasure to see a puzzled face across the table – how can I bid this
hand???
what do I answer that bid?? what is trump again? Not HIM – the suit!!!
This will pass like a bad hand! We will be together again to share some
good times over the tables. Hang in there friends!
SO LONG, IT'S BEEN GREAT TO KNOW
YOU ALL!!
After all the many activity news, kitchen news, board news,
bridge news and flower news I have written for your infor-
mation and occasional enjoyment, I am experiencing very
mixed emotions writing now my final Hilites comments. I
have enjoyed 24 years in Gimli and most of that at our wonderful New Horizons
Centre! Time to move near the kids and other family while I can still organize the
operation!
So many friendly faces, so many busy hours, a few crisis averted by a timely 'sav-
ior' and time spent after the event with the best co-pilots ever over all those years!
Lots of laughter but no tears until now!
I can't begin to list the names of all the special folks I have encountered, but I must
mention the supreme luck that New Horizons was dealt when they hired Jonie!
And then Chris and now Carol have complemented the service we have enjoyed
from the office. The Boards have worked hard, but the load was made lighter by
our devoted staff!
My years in Gimli will remain a 'Hilite' of my memories many thanks to so many
stellar members of our fine Centre. THANKS FOR THOSE MEMORIES!
– Sharon Peichl
25From Our Activity Leaders
Circle Dancers
I have continued to offer Zoom Circle dance classes and have people from across
Canada and Florida California just to name a few. It’s been magical. We have met in
person twice to distance dance in Beachside Park in Winnipeg Beach and had about 12
people. Next one will be August 9 at 1pm. Come join us or ask for link and visit Zoom
class. It’s amazing how lovely it is.
Linda Rankin www.lindarankin.com
Perogies, Perogies, Perogies . . . .
A delicious morsel of potatoes, cheese & dough.
We would like to see the entire crew back: - the supply
buyers, potato peelers, filling makers, dough maker, the
sheeter operators, the potato/cheese ball makers, the
circle makers, pinchers, cookers, coolers, runners,
packers,m phoning and selling helpers, dishwashers
and cleanup crew and the lunch and coffee time crew.
All these jobs and you are all very important. It is a
great fundraiser at $4.50 per dozen to help pay the New
Horizon bills. We are always open to welcome
newcomers.
- Your servant perogy head Michael Michaluk
26So I have advertising opportunities to offer local business
owners that are not currently running ads in our Hilites - call for
details.
204-642-7909 (Carol)
Long term (annual) or spot ad (monthly) available. Pass this on
to any business in town that you think may benefit from this
offer.
New to town? Good way to get some quick news that you are
27The Back Page . . .
Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia -
Hi-poh-po-toh-mon-stroh-ses-kwee-peh-dah-leejoh-foh-beeja
Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia is probably taken from the root word sesquipedalian, which
means "long word." Therefore, sesquipedalophobia is technically more correct. But somewhere
along the line, someone added references to the hippopotamus and monsters to make the word sound
even more intimidating. How ironic that the name for the fear of long words is itself 35 letters long.
Triskaidekaphobia -
Answers to
tris·kai·dek·a·pho·bi·a
Phobia
Is the extreme superstition regarding the number thirteen
Challenge
Thaasophobia - thaa-so-pho-bi-a
This is the fear and intense hatred of boredom
Well that’s another Hilites
done. . . .
Lets hope September will
look different if we have
some activities started up
28You can also read
