Newsletter October 2009

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=90 BGCOLOR="#006699" TEXT="#080000" background="04b785a3.jpg"> <div> <FONT SIZE="5" COLOR="#FFFFFF" FACE="Arial" ><B>Twin Lakes Home Association</B></FONT><B>    </B><B> |     </B><A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Twin Lakes Home Association"><B>home</B></A></div> <div> <B>Newsletter October 2009</B>   |   <A HREF="id18.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Calendar of Events">Calendar of Events</A>   |   <A HREF="id41.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Work Wanted">Work Wanted</A>   |   <A HREF="id19.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Board of Directors">Board of Directors</A>   |   <A HREF="id66.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="2009 Annual Meeting">2009 Annual Meeting</A>   |   <A HREF="id22.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Letter to New Residents">Letter to New Residents</A>   |   <A HREF="id39.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Architectural Control Form">Architectural Control Form</A>   |   <A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Covenants">Covenants</A>   |   <A HREF="id33.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="By Laws">By Laws</A>   |   <A HREF="id25.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Important Numbers">Important Numbers</A>   |   <A HREF="shelter_reservations.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Shelter Reservations">Shelter Reservations</A></div> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=210 BGCOLOR="#FFCC66" TEXT="#080000" background="1dd3c1b3.jpg"> <div> <TABLE BORDER="7" CELLPADDING="6" CELLSPACING="2" WIDTH="170" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#0033FF" BORDERCOLORDARK="#0000BF" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" BGCOLOR=#000099 > <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 23 ><NOBR><div> <B>What's Inside</B></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#auromated_waste_removal" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Automated Waste Removal</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#check_it_out" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Check It Out</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#selling_your_home_" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Selling Your Home?</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#dues_update" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Dues Update</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#november_1" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">November 1</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#donations" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Donations</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#career_criminals_nabbed_in_twin_lakes" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Career Criminals Nabbed in Twin Lakes</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#note_on_grass_clippings" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Note On Grass Clippings</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#fall_tree_planting" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Fall Tree Planting</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#do_you_recognize_" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Do You Recognize?</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#the_cleaning_crew" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">The Cleaning Crew</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#view_from_city_hall" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">View From City Hall</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#tlha_board_members" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">TLHA Board Members</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#home_maintenance" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Home Maintenance</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#fall_safety" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Fall Safety</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#twin_lakes_summer_crossword" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Tw</A><A HREF="id17_m.htm#twin_lakes_summer_crossword" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">in Lakes Halloween Crossword</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#halloween_message" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Halloween Message</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#then___now" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Then & Now</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#don_t_feed_the_geese" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Don't Feed The Geese!</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#halloween_night_a_poem" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Halloween Night</A> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#halloween_night_a_poem" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Poem</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#fall_lawn_care_quick_tips" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Fall Lawn Care Quick Tips</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#making_a_season_of_halloween" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Making A Season Of Halloween</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#playground_equipment_damage" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Playground Equipment Damage</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#brainpower" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Brainpower</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#restore" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">ReStore</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#lawn_mowing" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Leaf Raking</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#need_a_sitter_" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Need A Sitter?</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#twin_lakes_winter_crossword_solution" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Twin Lakes </A><A HREF="id17_m.htm#twin_lakes_winter_crossword_solution" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Halloween Crossword </A><A HREF="id17_m.htm#twin_lakes_winter_crossword_solution" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Solution</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#halloween_message_solution" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Halloween Message Solution</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#dog_walking" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Dog Walking</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#homemade_pies_for_thanksgiving" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Homemade Pies For Thanksgiving</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="138"><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#50_years_ago___" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">50 Years Ago...</A></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="id17_m.htm#being_five" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Newsletter October 2009">Being Five Cartoon</A></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </td> <td valign="top" height=390 width="100%" BGCOLOR="#FFFFFF" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <B>Newsletter October 2009</B></div> <div>  <A NAME="auromated_waste_removal"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="4f4415a0.jpg" border=0 width="833" height="90" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> Allied Waste’s conversion to automated refuse collection for Twin Lakes will have commenced by the time this newsletter reaches residents.  Twin Lakes contract with Allied Waste provides for unlimited collection for three weeks following Christmas.  Allied Waste has determined that this averages five cans per residence.  The two containers provided are sufficient to allow for holiday collection.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Since the provided containers are <B><U>the only containers they will be able to service</U></B>, it is important for each home to have sufficient space for the largest collections of the year.  Additional containers cannot be provided as needed, and they will not be able to collect additional waste outside the provided containers.  Many calls have been received indicating that containers are excessive and there is no room to store them.  For those who still feel they will never make use of both containers, Allied Waste has agreed to make arrangements to retrieve the unused container as soon as possible, perhaps as early as November.</div> <div>      </div> <div> In order for us to compile a list of addresses for Allied Waste to retrieve unneeded containers, we ask that you send email to <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="mailto:twinlakes2@comcast.net." TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:twinlakes2@comcast.net."><U>twinlakes2@comcast.net.</U></A></FONT>  Please provide your address and telephone number.  This will also provide Twin Lakes with your email address so we can contact you with date of collection and any specific instructions.  For those without email access only, you may call Kelly Urbas at 528-6560.  Twin Lakes cannot remove or otherwise dispose of unneeded containers.  (This email address is not monitored on an ongoing basis, and should not be used to communicate any other issues you wish to address.)</div> <div>      </div> <div> <IMG SRC="4f689e90.jpg" border=0 width="393" height="233" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20">For automated collection, the container needs to be as close to the roadside as possible, but not <B>IN</B> the road.  Make certain the container is at least 3 feet from any obstacle, mailboxes, cars, trees, etc.  The handle and hinge on lid should be toward your residence - on many containers, the top is marked with arrows that say “this way toward street”.  Without packing your garbage too tightly, please ensure the lid is closed to prevent damage to the container.  If you are disabled and haven’t already done so, please call Allied Waste at 522-7797.  They are quite willing to make arrangements to meet your needs.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Containers are property of Allied Waste, so if you move <B><U>DO NOT</U></B><B> take these containers with you!</B></div> <div>      </div> <div> When items are too large and cannot be broken down so they will fit into the containers, please call Allied Waste to arrange a “Special Bulk Pick-Up”.  Depending upon the item(s), and whether or not you have already used the 2 bulky item pickups included in our contract, there may be an additional charge.</div> <div>      </div> <div> If you obtained and have been paying for a wheeled “toter” in the past, please call Allied Waste to have this billing discontinued.  If you wish to dispose of your old cans, you may clearly mark or tag them to be taken, leave out and they will be taken during our regular collection. </div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="check_it_out"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Check It Out</div> <bR> <bR> <div> We would like to remind you of the availability of Architectural Control Request forms, Twin Lakes Covenants and By-Laws, current listing of Board Members, articles and occasionally additional photos from the last newsletter, and ads from our corporate sponsors at <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.tlha.net." TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.tlha.net."><U>http://www.tlha.net.</U></A></FONT></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>   <A NAME="selling_your_home_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div>  <img src="HTMLobj-179/aniGif.gif" border="0" align="bottom" width="100" height="100">  </div> <div> Selling Your Home?</div> <bR> <div> Twin Lakes continues to have problems with members failing to notify the Board when homes are sold.  If you do not wish to continue receiving bills after your home is sold, please contact a TLHA Board Member when you have sold your home to let them know of the new owners so the billing records can be changed.  Send information and/or corrections to TLHA, P.O. Box 8133, Springfield, IL 62791-8133.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="dues_update"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Dues Update</div> <bR> <div> Semi-annual billing statements were mailed in July to 332 owners.  As of this date there are still 58 accounts unpaid, totaling $7,856.90.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Please remember, if your payment delays cause us to resort to legal collection methods, you then become responsible for legal fees and court costs, in addition to the original amount owed.</div> <div>      </div> <div> If you are behind in your dues and need to make payment arrangements, please call Sue Law at 522-6027.  She will work with you in an effort to bring your account current.  Ignoring your bill will not make it go away.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="november_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> November 1</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="4f7a0780.jpg" border=0 width="160" height="120" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="donations"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div>      <FONT SIZE="5" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Balloon XBd BT" >Donations</FONT></div> <div> <IMG SRC="21ae3a80.png" border=0 width="227" height="168" ALIGN="RIGHT" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Many thanks to the people who have already made donations to the 2010 Fireworks Fund.</div> <div>      </div> <div> In addition to the Corporate Sponsors whose ads appear in our newsletter, donations received and recorded thus far for next year’s Fireworks Fund are:</div> <bR> <div> <B>Carl & Mary Affrunti, </B>$20.00; <B>Roy & Mildred Anderson, </B>$20.00; <B>Michael & Kathy Andrews, </B>$50.00; <B>Diane Bobek, </B>$20.00; <B>Russ & Sheryl Braidlow, </B>$50.00; <B>Jason & Nikki Burgar, </B>$10.00; <B>Jennifer & Jeremy Burkhart, </B>$30.00; <B>Craig & Susan Burkholder; </B>$20.00; <B>Mike & Misty Buscher, </B>$39.90; <B>Dino & Melissa Carlino, </B>$9.90; <B>Trisha Clegg, </B>$20.00; <B>Lori Cushman, </B>$20.90; <B>Clarence & Barbara Davis, </B>$10.00; <B>Ernest DeFrates, </B>$40.00; <B>Sean & Amanda Dickerson, </B>$30.00; <B>Rickey & Sandra Douglas, </B>$14.90; <B>Kari Gardiner, </B>$19.90; <B>Doug Glosser, </B>$50.00; <B>Eric Guidish, </B>$20.00; <B>Elsie Hagen, </B>$20.00; <B>Gene Howell, </B>$25.00; <B>Gloria Huston, </B>$25.00; <B>Charles & Pat Jiardina, </B>$24.90; <B>Greg & Bonnie Kastl, </B>$25.00; <B>Sheila Keran, </B>$20.00; <B>Jim Kuizin, </B>$14.90; <B>Gladys Kutzora, </B>$35.00; <B>Donna Lane, </B>$20.00; <B>Joe & Frances LaRocca, </B>$50.00; <B>John Lee, </B>$40.00; <B>Kurt & Sandy Leith, </B>$50.00; <B>Cathy Long, </B>$50.00; <B>Tom & Eleanor Mack, </B>$39.90; <B>John & Kim Meneghetti, </B>$25.00; <B>Margaret Miles, </B>$4.90; <B>Charles & Linda Nicholson, </B>$39.90; <B>Toke Oshodi, </B>$20.00; <B>Giovanna Pensabene, </B>$20.00; <B>Don & Sheryl Poggi, </B>$24.90; <B>Kristin Pokorski, </B>$25.00; <B>Carol Provost, </B>$50.00; <B>Jeff & Linda Read, </B>$39.90; <B>Jim & Jen Robson, </B>$52.61; <B>Gale & Carmella Sandberg, </B>$50.00; <B>Ron & Arnetta Singleton, </B>$39.90; <B>Sally Smith, </B>$39.90; <B>John & Therese Thomas, </B>$25.00; <B>Linda Tice, </B>$24.90; <B>Renada Voges, </B>$25.00; <B>Elias & Regina Walton, </B>$39.90; <B>Ray & Lori Waters, </B>$50.00; <B>Gary & Nancy Wells, </B>$30.00; <B>Regina Wilson, </B>$15.00; <B>John & Eleanor Yard, </B>$20.00.     </div> <div>      </div> <div> Your Twin Lakes Fireworks Committee appreciates all those who have donated.  Our Independence Day celebration is truly a community effort, and the fantastic results reflect the extent of those efforts.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>How come it takes so little time for a child who is afraid of the dark to become a teenager who wants to stay out all night?</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I> <A NAME="career_criminals_nabbed_in_twin_lakes"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I></div> <div> Career Criminals Nabbed in Twin Lakes</div> <bR> <div> During the early morning hours on a Tuesday in late August, two career criminals were arrested while burglarizing a Twin Lakes home.  The two male suspects, only 18 and 19 years old, had already led quite the life of crime.  In fact, one of the suspects was wearing a home monitoring bracelet when he was taken into custody.  The suspects rode into our subdivision on bicycles to case out their targets.</div> <div>      </div> <div> For some reason they decided not to break into the first home they targeted.  After knocking on front and back doors and looking into several windows, they decided to move to a home across the street.  They didn’t realize that someone was home at the first house.  After looking through her peephole and not recognizing them, she didn’t answer the door.  She did however call the Police and report the suspicious prowlers.  As the suspects moved to their next target across the street, they were unaware that the Police were on their way.  Again they knocked on both front and back doors, looked in windows, and tried to force open the garage door.  One found an unlocked window, removed the screen and let himself inside.  He then let his accomplice in the front door.</div> <div>      </div> <div> As the responding officers approached Twin Lakes, both suspects went through the house, filling their backpacks, unaware that the Police were only a few minutes away from changing their lives.</div> <div>      </div> <div> The suspects, still busy on their shopping spree, were quite surprised when several uniformed Police Officers showed up outside.  One of the suspects was caught at the front door as he walked through the living room.  The second was even more surprised as he attempted to sneak out a back window, only to find himself looking at the barrel of an officer’s gun.  After handcuffing them, officers checked the home and confirmed that there were only two suspects.  Officers were then able to recover the two backpacks filled with their treasures and return the property to the victim.</div> <div>      </div> <div> The suspects were taken to the Police station for questioning.  After interrogation, the suspects confessed to burglarizing about a dozen more homes in Springfield, Chatham and Rochester areas.  Detectives were also able to recover several stolen items from local pawnshops and return them to their owners.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Thanks to the quick-thinking resident who called the Police as soon as she felt something wasn’t right.  One Twin Lakes resident was saved from becoming a victim and multiple burglaries were solved.  Best of all, she helped nab two career criminals and put them back where they belong.  Don’t forget, Police would always rather send an officer to check something suspicious than to come out later to take a burglary report.</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Twin Lakes President, Kelly Urbas</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I> <A NAME="note_on_grass_clippings"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I></div> <div> Note on Grass Clippings</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4feccc40.jpg" border=0 width="204" height="196" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></div> <div> Although we are at the end of the mowing season, your Twin Lakes Board would like to remind everyone to please clean up your lawn clippings after cutting your grass.  Over the past few months, we have received many calls and emails regarding members leaving large amounts of grass waste in the streets.  Not only do our streets look cluttered and messy when grass is not properly cleaned up, it causes serious safety issues as well.  Bicycles and motorcycles can easily loose traction when riding over these clippings, causing riders to loose control.  In addition, grass clippings left on streets and then soaked with rain can cause sewer drains to flow improperly and/or become blocked.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Next time you mow your yard, we ask that you please be mindful of this issue and take care not to leave your lawn waste in the streets.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Thank You.</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Twin Lakes Board of Directors</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I> <A NAME="fall_tree_planting"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I></div> <div> Fall Tree Planting</div> <bR> <div> Autumn is the best time of year to plant certain varieties of trees.  During this season, plenty of dead leaves and wood chips are available to act as mulch around the newly planted tree, helping to protect it and conserve moisture.  Newly planted trees put down roots during the fall season, and even into the early part of winter, until the ground becomes frozen.  The key to nurturing growth in newly planted trees is plenty of water, so be sure to water your new tree(s) at least twice a week during autumn, to ensure their survival over winter and their ability to thrive again in spring.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="do_you_recognize_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Do You Recognize?</div> <div> <IMG SRC="5013cb30.jpg" border=0 width="316" height="435" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Do you recognize this prominent Twin Lakes Member from his photo</div> <div> taken in 1962?  For those who don't, we'll let you know in the next</div> <div> newsletter.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="the_cleaning_crew"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <B>The Cleaning Crew</B></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG SRC="4aefec90.jpg" border=0 width="254" height="201" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></B></div> <div> Do you need some help around the house? </div> <div> Give Kyra (age 12) and Talia Percy (age 8) a call at 753-5576.  </div> <div> They will be glad to help with light housecleaning.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I> <A NAME="view_from_city_hall"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I></div> <div> View from City Hall</div> <div> <I>by Frank Lesko</I></div> <div> <I>Alderman, Ward 4</I></div> <bR> <div> I hope everyone has had a great summer and is looking forward to a wonderful fall.  I want to take this opportunity to thank Menards for stepping up and helping with the weed problem between Twin Lakes and their property.  Menards cut the weeds and also sprayed all the poison ivy.  This will help with the growth next year.</div> <div>      </div> <div> I have been very busy downtown with trying to stay on top of the high speed rail project because no matter which corridor, Third Street or Tenth Street, it will pass through Ward 4 in some area.  I hesitate giving more information on the issue because it changes daily, but if anyone would like an update or to express an opinion, feel free to give me a call.</div> <div>      </div> <div> With fall arriving, free leaf pickup begins in the city on November 2nd and will continue through November 24.  Remember, the leaves must be left at the curb, leaves cannot be put in plastic bags, only in approved leaf bags or in a container marked “Yard Waste” (your container will be left at the curb).  As always, I am interested in hearing your opinions and concerns.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Please feel free to contact me at 691-6337 with anything you may need.  Thank You and have a great fall.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="tlha_board_members"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> TLHA Board Members</div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="414" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="246"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="19" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="246" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> <U>Term Exp.</U></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="19" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="71" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="246"><div> Kelly Urbas, President</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2012</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 582-6560</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 ><NOBR><div> Shane Overby, Vice President</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2011</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 753-1681</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 ><NOBR><div> Sue Law, Secretary/Treasurer</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2012</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 522-6027</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="246"><div> Joe Burgess</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2012</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 522-6364</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="246"><div> Dino Carlino</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2010</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 638-3775</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="246"><div> Tom Dacar</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2011</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 414-0465</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="246"><div> Kim Overby</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2011</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 753-1681</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="246"><div> Brian Rhodes</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2010</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 525-4962</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="246"><div> Cathy Ricca</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> 2010</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 528-1594</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="home_maintenance"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Home Maintenance</div> <bR> <div> <B>Fall </B>•<B> </B>Back to Basics</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Check gutters and roof </B>for debris or damage.</div> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Inspect the foundation </B>for cracks, water damage, and leaks in the basement.</div> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Repair doors and windows</B> for insulation and to protect from water damage.</div> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Service your heat pump and inspect your furnace</B> for rust, strange sounds or smells to protect against pipe damage.</div> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Clean debris such as tree limbs from yard</B> to discourage termite infestation.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="fall_safety"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Fall Safety</div> <div> <IMG SRC="50374b80.jpg" border=0 width="116" height="184" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></div> <div> Fall is here and soon it will be time to change the clocks.  This should also be the time to change batteries in your smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detectors.  Cool nights make those who have fireplaces think of feeling the warmth of a fire, but be sure to inspect the flue or have a professional come and sweep it before you use the fireplace this season.</div> <div>      </div> <div> The cooler weather will turn cold and space heaters may be used by some for comfort.  Remember to give them their “space”.  I hope everyone has a fire extinguisher in their home.  Some of these need checked as they have expiration dates also.</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Paul House</I></div> <div> <I>Twin Lakes Member</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>                       <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > </FONT></div> <div>  <A NAME="twin_lakes_summer_crossword"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Twin Lakes Halloween Crossword</div> <bR> <div> Click <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#3333FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="id118.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Crossword"><U>HERE</U></A></FONT> for a printable copy of Twin Lakes Halloween Crossword and clues</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I>In playing ball, or in life, a person occasionally gets the opportunity to do something great.  When that time comes, only two things matter: Being prepared to seize the moment and having the courage to take your best swing.</I></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Baseball player Hank Aaron</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I> <A NAME="halloween_message"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I></div> <div> Halloween Message</div> <div> <IMG SRC="50a83b20.jpg" border=0 width="131" height="178" ALIGN="RIGHT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></div> <bR> <div> Solve the clues, write the answer in the boxes provided and when you read down the first column of each group of answers, you will reveal our special message for you. </div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <IMG SRC="50cec4e0.jpg" border=0 width="492" height="334" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">                                   </div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="then___now"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Then & Now</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="4e790ec0.jpg" border=0 width="400" height="492" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="5">                                                                               <IMG SRC="50fefee0.jpg" border=0 width="495" height="494" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> <B>                                             1986                                                                                                                                                                  Kurt Leith now, along with wife Sandy</B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Blessed are the young, for they shall inherit the national debt.</I></div> <div> <I>Herbert Hoover (1874-1964)</I></div> <div> <I>31st U.S. President</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="don_t_feed_the_geese"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Don't Feed the Geese!</div> <div> <IMG SRC="510302c0.jpg" border=0 width="304" height="300" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20">Despite our previous requests not to feed the ducks & geese, more and more people are doing just that.  People don’t seem to understand that bread crumbs given to ducks & geese turn into droppings.  We are receiving an increasing number of complaints about feces on sidewalks and other areas between the lakes.  While some have attributed them to dogs, they are in fact from the waterfowl residing on our lakes.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Based on typical eating habits of migratory fowl, it’s estimated that each bird leaves a pound of droppings per day.  The results are noticeable and disagreeable at best.</div> <bR> <div> <B>How does feeding ducks & geese harm them?</B></div> <div>      </div> <div> <B>Non-Migration:</B> Waterfowl migrate to search for food and a more moderate climate.  Feeding encourages waterfowl to remain due to abundant feeding, causing overpopulation.</div> <div>      </div> <div> <B>Physical Damage:</B> Large numbers of waterfowl can damage lawns and shrubs, even shearing them to the roots.  The sidewalks, beaches and other grassy areas around the lakes have been contaminated with feces.</div> <div>      </div> <div> <B>Water Quality:</B> The accumulation of waste matter in the lakes lowers oxygen levels and creates unpleasant odors greatly reducing the water quality.</div> <div>      </div> <div> <B>Public Health Risk: </B>Waterfowl feces and its potential salmonella content bring hazards to the members.  Geese can be aggressive and have been known to bite.</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>      </div> <div> The ducks and geese have become a problem that is unhealthy and unsightly.  Please do not feed them!</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I>You know your children are growing up when they stop asking you where they came from</I></div> <div> <I>and refuse to tell you where they're going.</I></div> <div> <I>Author Unknown</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="halloween_night_a_poem"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> <div> Halloween Night, A Poem</div> <div> <I>submitted by Twin Lakes Board Member Kim Overby</I></div> <bR> <div> Halloween night</div> <div> on all hallows eve</div> <div> when the moon is out</div> <div> when the sky is pitch black</div> <div> and the goblins come out</div> <bR> <div> when the ghosts are set free</div> <div> to taunt all the children</div> <div> when the witches fly high into the sky</div> <div> to get to their cauldron</div> <bR> <div> when vampires seek out</div> <div> for someone to bite</div> <div> when trick-or-treaters </div> <div> are in a big fright.</div> <div> But it’s all just a myth</div> <div> right????</div> <div>                      </div> <bR> <div>                                             </div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="fall_lawn_care_quick_tips"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Fall Lawn Care Quick Tips</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">To allow your lawn to grow fuller with better root growth in the spring, aerate and feed your lawn now.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Use your mower on the mulch setting to finely mulch leaves back into your lawn.  This technique saves you time from raking and helps feed your soil.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Treat weeds <B>NOW</B> to keep them from returning (bigger, badder, and in greater numbers), next spring.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Seed and repair any bare spots to give seedlings a chance to establish now and mature next spring.  Do this while the temperature is still warm and there is plenty of fall rain (or water frequently to establish growth.</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Dino Carlino</I></div> <div> <I>TLHA Board Member</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I> <A NAME="making_a_season_of_halloween"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I></div> <div> Making a Season of Halloween</div> <div> <IMG SRC="5138f590.jpg" border=0 width="399" height="345" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></div> <div> So, Halloween is your favorite holiday but you’re bummed because it’s only one day a year and over before you know it?  No way, man.  Halloween doesn’t have to be just a day, but a season.  Throughout September and October, you can turn one anticipated night into an experience that lasts for two months of creepy, crawly fun.</div> <bR> <div> This is how to do it:</div> <bR> <div> Make or print out a calendar for September and October so you can fill in the days.  Making the calendar in a Halloween design always adds to the fun.</div> <bR> <div> Research what Halloween-oriented activities are happening in our area, such as haunted houses, theme park attractions, new scary movies coming out in the theaters, etc.  For your full two-month season, start researching these.  Make a list, including dates the events are open, times, cost, location and directions.  Number the events by priority - ones you definitely don’t want to mess.  Since most haunted houses and the like don’t open until October, events in September can include nights such as scary movie night, a ghost tour, a local theater show or play, pumpkin carving night, etc.</div> <bR> <div> Put the chosen events in your calendar, one per weekend.  Have the list of times, dates, etc. with the calendar for specifics.</div> <bR> <div> Inviting friends and family to join in is always fun, too, especially when the plans are already set and they can just sit back and enjoy the fun.</div> <bR> <div> This also gives your friends and family the opportunity to enjoy Halloween as an entire season too, and experience the holiday in a way they never have before.</div> <bR> <div> In addition to weekend outings, include in your Halloween calendar planned weekday afternoon activities such as: Halloween decorating, buying/making costumes, making Halloween crafts/cards/invitations, horror movie/Halloween special night at home.</div> <bR> <div> As you fill your Halloween calendar, each weekend will bring new, exciting activities to enjoy that would probably never have been thought of before.  Now as an entire two-month season of fun, Halloween is no longer one long-awaited night that is over all too quickly, but has transformed into an experience that becomes one, if not the greatest holiday season ever!</div> <bR> <div> Happy Halloween and Happy Haunting!</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Kim Overby</I></div> <div> <I>Twin Lakes Board Member</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="playground_equipment_damage"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Playground Equipment Damage</div> <bR> <div> Over the past season, there have been several newsletter articles written talking about our playgrounds and what has been done to maintain them for our children.  After all the time, effort, and money involved in making our playgrounds a fun and safe area for all of our children to come and play, it is extremely frustrating and disheartening to know that they are being abused.  Over the past 2 months, we have had newly replaced swings damaged, either requiring repair or broken to the point of needing replacement.  Even one of our new cement benches was knocked over and trash such as bottles and cans have been thrown on the playgrounds and discarded.  In addition, we have not been able to maintain a volleyball net all season due to continued vandalism.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="515704c0.png" border=0 width="112" height="76" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20">     </div> <div> What can you do to help?  First, we ask that all parents please monitor your children while at the playgrounds.  Besides the issues stated above, our children’s safety should be first and foremost.  Although we do live in a relatively safe neighborhood, we should never allow our younger children to be at the playgrounds unattended.</div> <bR> <div> Second, if you see kids (children, pre-teens, or teenagers) acting inappropriate or causing damage to the playgrounds, tell them to stop.  If you do not feel comfortable or feel threatened by the situation, such as a group of unruly teens, leave the area and call the police at once.  Our <B>Neighborhood Police Officer</B> is <B>Bob Oglesby</B> and he can be reached at <B>741-0979.</B></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>      </div> <div> Last, if you visit the playgrounds and notice that there has been some damage, please contact any of the Twin Lakes Board of Directors so that we become aware of the situation and can assess the damage.  We do not all regularly check these areas; many times issues are brought to our attention by our neighbors.  If you live near a playground or take your children to one regularly, please try to take a few minutes to check on things.  Whenever I go for a walk, I make a point of walking through the east playground and check for any issues or concerns.  Besides finding issues that have already occurred, having a regular presence by responsible adults will help keep those who make trouble less likely to occupy these areas.</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Dino Carlino</I></div> <div> <I>Twin Lakes Board Member</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I> <A NAME="brainpower"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I></div> <div> Brainpower</div> <div> <I>Tips for Maintaining Your Cognitive Health</I></div> <div> <I><IMG SRC="5179d750.jpg" border=0 width="157" height="117" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></I></div> <div> Many of us think of healthy aging as keeping our physical health in check.  The other half of the equation has to do with our cognitive health. </div> <div>      </div> <div> <B>The Importance of Maintaining Cognitive Health:</B>  According to the CDC, as many as 5-million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease.  Early onset of the disease is rare, but things change after we turn 60.  It is estimated that 5% of Americans between the ages of 65 and 74, and nearly 50% of people 85 and older are afflicted with the disease.</div> <bR> <div> It is not uncommon for most of us to experience that occasional “senior moment”.  Temporarily forgetting one’s own telephone number, or how to spell a word are examples of lapses that can occur more frequently the older we get.</div> <bR> <div> Both the CDC and the Alzheimer’s Association claim there is a lot we can do although factors such as family history and age are out of our control.  By making simple changes to our lifestyle, we can improve our brain health, and our overall quality of life as well.</div> <div>      </div> <div> <B>Use Your Brain.</B>  More than anything else, increasing your mental activity will keep your brain functioning sharply.  How?  Generally speaking, it means minimizing any passive activities and behaviors.  Use the majority of your free time to stimulate your brain in a way that you enjoy.  Following are examples of activities that can strengthen neuropathways and even generate the production of new brain cells:</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Reading</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Writing</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Play thinking games: puzzles, chess & card games</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Learning a language</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Attending lectures; engaging in conversation</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Learning a musical instrument; take up a new hobby</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Meditation</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I>Scott Manuel</I></div> <div> <I>Twin Lakes Member</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <I> <A NAME="restore"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I></div> <div> ReStore</div> <div> <IMG SRC="519cc4e0.jpg" border=0 width="204" height="78" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></div> <div> Habitat for Humanity of Sangamon County’s ReStore is <I><B>the</B></I> place to shop for new and gently-used home building materials at affordable prices!</div> <div>      </div> <div> The ReStore accepts donation of new and gently-used home building materials from contractors, suppliers, individuals and organizations, and re-sells these goods to the general public to help fund the construction of new Habitat houses within the local community.  The ReStore performs a community service by diverting large amounts of reusable materials from landfills and providing to the public at affordable prices.  </div> <bR> <div> You can support the ReStore by donating building materials from your own home or by shopping for the quality goods offered at the ReStore.  It’s located at 1514 West Jefferson St. and is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.</div> <bR> <div> All donations are tax-deductible and a receipt acknowledging your donation will be provided to you.  If you have a donation, call the donation hotline at 691-5653 to schedule a pick-up time.  Donations can also be delivered to the ReStore during store hours.</div> <bR> <div>      <B>What donations can the ReStore accept?</B></div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Building Materials: lumber; doors; tools; windows; siding; new paint; cabinets; drywall</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Furniture: bed frames; couches; chairs; tables/desks; entertainment centers</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Appliances: dishwashers; stoves; refrigerators; microwaves; washers & dryers</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Household Items: artwork; lamps; dishes; Little Tikes toys; holiday decorations</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Electronics: TVs; stereos; computers; CDs & records; DVD players & movies; cell phones & chargers; video games & systems</div> <bR> <div>      <B>What donations can the ReStore NOT accept?</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Unacceptable Donations: used/opened paint; clothing; mattresses; dishware; glasses</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="lawn_mowing"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Leaf Raking</div> <div> <IMG SRC="51abcc00.gif" border=0 width="188" height="192" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></div> <div> Need your leaves raked?  These young ladies will will jump at the chance to do just that!</div> <bR> <div> <B>Lindsey Dunn, </B>age 16, 3129 Superior - <B>789-6186</B></div> <div> <B>Stephanie Dunn, </B>age 14, 3129 Superior - <B>789-6186</B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B> <A NAME="need_a_sitter_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> <div> Need a sitter?</div> <div> <IMG SRC="30ca6c00.jpg" border=0 width="166" height="192" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="15" VSPACE="15"></div> <bR> <div> Following is an updated sitters listing.  These young ladies are interested in sitting for you, and we believe the information is correct at this time. </div> <div> <B>All three of these young ladies are certified.</B></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>Lindsey Dunn </B>(certified),<B> </B>age 16, 3129 Superior - <B>789-6186</B></div> <div> <B>Stephanie Dunn</B> (certified), age 14, 3129 Superior - <B>789-6186</B></div> <div> <B>Rachael Orme </B>(certified), age 18, 2921 Ontario-<B>528-6282</B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="twin_lakes_winter_crossword_solution"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Twin Lakes Halloween Crossword Solution</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="51c54610.png" border=0 width="340" height="353" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="halloween_message_solution"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Halloween Message Solution</div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="229" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 20 WIDTH="71"><div> <B>H</B>appy</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>T</B>ales</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>T</B>able</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 20 WIDTH="71"><div> <B>A</B>ngry</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>R</B>ound</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>R</B>eady</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 20 WIDTH="71"><div> <B>V</B>erbs</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>I</B>nlet</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>E</B>nter</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 20 WIDTH="71"><div> <B>E</B>very</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>C</B>raft</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>A</B>pple</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 20 WIDTH="71"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="20" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="71" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>K</B>nife</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>T</B>aste</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 20 WIDTH="71"><div> <B>F</B>unny</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="20" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="71" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>I</B>cing</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 20 WIDTH="71"><div> <B>U</B>nder</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>O</B>pens</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>N</B>ight</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 20 WIDTH="71"><div> <B>N</B>ever</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>R</B>ough</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> <B>G</B>host</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <div> <B>Special Message:  Have fun trick or treating.</B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="dog_walking"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Dog Walking</div> <bR> <div> If you’d like your dog walked and for whatever reason you’re not doing it yourself, then these young ladies would be willing to perform the task for you.  They are also available to sit for your cat or dog while you’re away.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Lindsey Dunn, </B>age 16 - <B>789-6186</B></div> <div> <B>Stephanie Dunn, </B>age 14 - <B>789-6186</B></div> <div> <B>Abby House, </B>age 14 - <B>522-3298</B></div> <div> <B>Katie Mattoon, </B>age 21 - <B>528-1339</B></div> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I><B>Please</B></I><I> call additions, deletions and corrections to any information on this page to Sue Law at 522-6027.  </I></div> <div> <I>If you haven’t already done so, please provide birth date so she can update age as needed.  </I></div> <div> <I>Sue regularly receives calls requesting this information, so no need to wait for the next issue</I>.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="homemade_pies_for_thanksgiving"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> <div> Homemade Pies for Thanksgiving</div> <bR> <div> Enos Park Neighborhood Improvement Association is once again taking orders for homemade pies made by a professional pie maker.  The pies are $13.00 each.</div> <div>      </div> <div> The funds will be used to help the Enos Park Neighborhood Improvement Association with safety and security issues.</div> <bR> <div> Pies available are:</div> <bR> <div> 1.  Pumpkin</div> <div> 2.  Chocolate Cream</div> <div> 3.  Coconut Cream</div> <div> 4.  Pecan</div> <div> 5.  Dutch Apple</div> <bR> <div> Pies can be picked up on Wednesday, November 25, between 2 and 4 p.m. from the west side of Elliott Avenue Baptist Church at 501 W. Elliott (one block south of North Grand).  Orders must be paid in advance by check or cash.  Checks should be made payable to Enos Park NIA.</div> <bR> <div> Please place your order by calling 522-9381 or 527-1538 and/or leave message, or mail to 837 N. 8th, Springfield 62702.  <B><U>Deadline for orders is Friday, November 20.</U></B></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Thank you for your generosity!</B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="50_years_ago___"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> 50 Years Ago...</div> <div> <IMG SRC="52333940.jpg" border=0 width="307" height="148" ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"><IMG SRC="525b8440.jpg" border=0 width="440" height="580" ALIGN="RIGHT" HSPACE="20" VSPACE="20"></div> <div> The Soviet Union successfully launched a cosmic rocket carrying “an automatic interplanetary station”.  U.S. longshoremen went on strike, paralyzing ports from</div> <div> Maine to Texas.  In Springfield, drivers found city streets became waterways as flood damage spread. </div> <div>      </div> <div> A brand new 3-bedroom home in Sherwood sold for $19,650; a used 1959 Rambler Deluxe 4-door sedan sold for $1,895; new Speed Queen automatic washer & dryer were $169.95 each; rib roast was 69¢ a pound; ground beef was 3 pounds for $1.00; bacon was 49¢ a pound; 5 pounds of sugar was 49¢; two ½ gallons of milk were 75¢; one dozen large eggs were 49¢; bread could be purchased for 10¢ per loaf; a 1-pound can of Folgers coffee was 59¢; Cecil B. DeMille’s <I>Samson and Delilah</I> starring Hedy Lamarr and Victor Mature was playing at the Orpheum; <I>The Wonderful Country</I> starring Robert Mitchum and Julie London was playing at the Senate; <I>That Kind of Woman</I> starring Sophia Loren and Tab Hunter was playing at the Roxy.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B> <A NAME="being_five"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="52187de0.gif" border=0 width="647" height="222" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>