ORPS Family Motor Coach Association Happy New Year and a very special welcome to our newest families : Mrs. Mary “Margie” Harrop Colorado Springs CO Lot 714; Steven & Charlotte
Farley Tangent OR Lot 597; Lori & Diedre Kramer Alta Loma CA Lot 164; Muriel Leff & Dr. Susan Giullian Denver CO Lot 817; Barbara Van Dyke Redding CA Lot 631; Russ & Marie Baker, Children (Talon-14, Rogan-9, Ridge-12) Harrisburg OR Lot 1111; John & Kristen Damazio Cathedral City, CA Lot 914. Correction about FMCA National dues; first year is $85 with renewal $75 thereafter. Our local Chapter dues are $25. Once you are a national member, you may join our local Chapter. To review the benefits and join FMCA, go to http://www.fmca.com We hope you enjoyed the Hot Air Balloon Glow event that we sponsored at ORPS on November 22. Pilots Jeff Buchman and Ken Hearn along with the help of many volunteers inflated their balloon on our golf course and DJ Mac entertained us with great flight music. In addition, Jeff and Ken flew their balloon in the Cathedral City Balloon Festival.
Outdoor Resort Hiking Group meets every Monday at 7:45AM in front of La Palma Clubhouse. Info: Daryl Koch ofkoch@msn.com 509-879-5613
Our Ukulele Group singing at the ice cream social
While retirement may be relaxing, you might be eager for a new hobby. Were you ever interested in playing a musical instrument? Well, it’s not too late to learn, despite the misconception that you should start taking lessons at an early age. In fact, researchers have discovered that learning an instrument shows positive effects on a senior’s health and well-being. Playing an instrument exercises your brain. You may not realize the amount of multitasking it takes to practice an instrument. You’re reading sheet music, counting out rhythms, locking into the beat and trying to sound musical all at the same time. It seems exhausting, but you’d be surprised as to the benefits of this activity. Playing an instrument relieves stress. After a long day, a musical instrument can be a source of relaxation. Playing an instrument gives you a chance to set goals. Goals provide a sense of direction, motivation and purpose in your life. Playing an instrument offers a way to connect with people. It can be a healthy way to combat isolation and make new connections with people. So now that you’ve decided to play an instrument, join the ORPS Ukulele Club. The group practices every Saturday in the West Room in the ES Clubhouse. 1-1:45PM for beginning instruction and players who want a refresher. 2-3:30PM for all players. This is when new songs and new techniques are introduced. All players are encouraged to stay for the 2PM “jam” session. Being a part of the ORPS Ukulele Club ticks off all boxes for a happy and healthy retirement. For more info contact: Marilyn Sabens, Lot #363
ORPS FMCA ACTIVITIES THIS SEASON
Jan 8 - Jan 11 FMCA Western Regional Rally in Indio Jan 10 Potluck dinner and Chapter business meeting Jan 23 Wine Pairing Dinner Jan 29 Dr. Hashimoto will speak to ORPS on STEM cell treatment. Co-sponsored with Health & Fitness Feb 8 Tour de Palm Springs - Join our ORPS walking or cycling teams Feb 19 Potluck Dinner March 3-5 is our Onsite FMCA Rally with golf and pickleball tournaments and Dinner/Business Meeting. March 26-29 is the FMCA International Rally in Tucson If you have questions about the ORPS FMCA chapter or are interested in joining, contact one of the officers: Pam Rose - President 224-217-1869, #989 Jeff Buchman - VP 202-577-6478, #835 Vicki Hilmer - Treasurer 253-312-0193, #1082 Doug Hibl - FMCA National Dir. 209-480-8971, #99 Ken Hearn - Secretary 610-573-3747, #835 6
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