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A Tip for Winter Preparation

Posted on October 19, 2024 by webadmin

Tip for winter shutdown of your site: Many of us use a hose “splitter” on your park water faucet. If you are heading south this winter, please remove any “splitters” before you leave. This will enable the faucet to fully … Continue reading →

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Working with the Park Calendar

Posted on October 18, 2024 by webadmin

It’s not over until you ….. Cancel your room reservation! Committee chairs, co-chairs and event planners, take note: If you cancel your meeting or activity, remember to cancel your room reservation as well. If an unwanted reservation is not cancelled, … Continue reading →

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Hannah … the story continues!

Posted on October 14, 2024 by webadmin

The Office has welcomed Hannah Hedgehog. She was rescued by Mike and Terry Hilty #71 and brought here for some peace. It turns out she is from the English countryside. Hedgehogs are known to roll into a tight ball when … Continue reading →

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A Few Words

Posted on October 5, 2024 by webadmin

A Few Words Everybody contributes to our everyday enjoyment, or, lack thereof. You go to work and help contribute via product or service. You interact with family,  friends  and strangers.  Often the interaction is positive. Often not. Sometimes the most … Continue reading →

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Jan Turley Memoriam

Posted on September 28, 2024 by webadmin

Timber Valley lost a vibrant, forever young member when Jan Turley passed away Sept 22, 2024 after battling shingles and a return of her leukemia. We will always remember: an avid Master Gardener, her yard awash with the plants she … Continue reading →

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Science and Fashion. It’s in the bag.

Posted on September 18, 2024 by webadmin

At the request of one or two, okay a hatload of readers, this piece will be brief. I have been a long time devotee of the art of observation. And education. And conversation. And all the other tions that allow … Continue reading →

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The Window Box

Posted on September 13, 2024 by webadmin

The fairies were asked to leave the window box in the Office. While decorating for the Autumn months, Henrietta moved back into her cozy home. Upon settling in, a new friend joined her amongst the leaves and pine cones. We … Continue reading →

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Helen Schrader Memoriam

Posted on September 5, 2024 by webadmin

Timber Valley lost a long time and treasured member on August 31, 2024 when Helen passed away. Helen was born in Chicago on December 13, 1936. She and her family moved to Bandon, Oregon in 1949 where her father and … Continue reading →

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LAUGHTER

Posted on September 4, 2024 by webadmin

How long has it been since you laughed until tears ran down your cheeks – happy tears? Laughter is not only good for the soul it is good for your health. Laughter releases endorphins known as

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DICK RAUSCHER, MEMORIAM

Posted on August 30, 2024 by webadmin

DICK RAUSCHER, MEMORIAM Timber Valley lost a very important and valued member on August 20, 2024 when Dick Rauscher passed away. Although he and Melinda were only in the park about two years, he was a positive influence in many … Continue reading →

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