Ryderwood News 09.24.14

We just had the first day of Fall the other day and I heard that this year is the hottest on record. But I'm happy to say that I've been able to keep my house cool enough (that's the operative word...) without figuring how to install the nice portable air conditioner I got used. (This is the kind where the entire unit is indoors and vents out the window and my windows are 5' high sliders.) I decided that since I hadn't needed it, I might as well sell it to someone who did.

It was good to see so many people come by Pioneer Hall for the Firewise Expo on Sunday. The Firewise program is a collaboration of local, state and federal agencies to reduce the chances of wildfire in rural communities like ours. Ryderwood has been an official Firewise Community since 2010 and is the only retirement community in the State so designated.

This year's Firewise Clean Up is scheduled for October 25th. Because of the year-round efforts of the town's incredible crew of volunteers, there will be much less debris and flammable materials to be disposed of this go around. You can find an article about Ryderwood's participation at firewise.org. Thanks to the support of our Fire District and the Town for the success of this program.

Friday's dinner entree at the Café is Roasted Pork Loin. The meal will include all the extras from salad, beverage and dessert. Call Linda at 295-0875 by Wednesday to make reservations. The menu for Senior Nutrition Lunch on Tuesday the 23rd is Roast Pork w/ mango chutney, roasted potatoes and tossed salad. Call Jan at 295-0597 by 6 p.m. on Monday to make reservations.

This Saturday will be another Open Mic Night at the Café. Whether as a performer or an audience member, it's an enjoyable evening of fun and music. That's at 7 p.m. Then on Sunday, the Ice Cream Social (at 6 p.m.) and Card Bingo (6:30) will be held in Community Hall.

Just in time for the upcoming Fall Festival (October 17th & 18th), "The Nest" will hold its Grand Reopening on October 1st from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For the newbies, "The Nest" is Ryderwood's open year-round Gift Shop that features the finest hand-crafted items that Ryderwood has to offer. Call Rae at 295-3748 for information.

The 10th Annual Ryderwood Arts & Crafts Fair promises to be a full house, with several new vendors signed on, so make sure October 17th & 18th is marked on your calendars. The Quilt Display will be held in the Café and Country Cruisers will be here, whether permitting. More later.