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NEWS FROM THE STAFF
STAFF
NOTES FROM THE DIRECTOR OF RESIDENT SERVICES
By Dave Anderson
Save the Date – Friday, Oct 20 – Fall Festival, Arnold House Courtyard 4pm Sunday, Oct 29 – Residents’ Concert Series, BSTW Lobby, 3pm Tuesday, Oct 31 – Employee Costume Contest/Pumpkin Pie, Legacy Room,
11am
Wednesday, Nov 1 – DRAC Meeting, CC2&3, 9:30am
Thursday, Nov 2 – H & E Committee, LeMay Room, 10
Transportation - Did you know the bus “time” designated for Transportation events, such as trips to Lackland AFB, Medical Center area, shopping trips etc., is the “departure” time? As you may have seen, it takes our drivers approximately 10-15 minutes to safely load and secure all residents, mobility devices and any extras, such as groceries from shopping trips. All this is done prior to the designated departure time to keep the busses on schedule and for you to make your appointments on time. Your effort to be at the pickup points and ready 10-15 minutes prior to the bus departure time is very much appreciated. This will ensure the busses are on schedule for those important appointments for you, other residents and your drivers. Please Note: If you miss the bus, it is your responsibility to arrange and pay for alternate transportation, such as Acadian Van service at 210-945-2022, or a local taxi. Thank you for your cooperation as we all work together to make sure you get to your appointments on time.
Distinguished Service Award - Every year each BST campus recognizes a person, persons or organization that has/have contributed significantly to the betterment of Blue Skies of Texas Community. The award is given either for a sustained period of superior performance, or a specific meritorious act or achievement. Distinguished Service Award nominations may include residents, board members, and any friends of BST who have no direct affiliation with BST. Any resident, board member, or staff member of either Campus may make nominations. Please submit your nominations
October 20, 2017
The Friday Flyer A Biweekly Newsletter of Blue Skies East
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to the Resident Services Director, Dave Anderson, containing a brief narrative of the nominee’s contribution or achievement, no later than Sunday, Oct 22.
Wednesday Shopping – We depart the East Campus at 1:15pm. Return pickup is 3:30pm.
Wednesday, Oct 25 – Alamo Ranch Wednesday, Nov 1 – Target
Friday “Mall” Transportation – We depart East Campus at 10:15am. Return pickup is 2pm. There is a $5 per trip transportation fee for this service.
Friday, Oct 20 – Wonderland Mall Of The Americas Friday, Oct 27 – Quarry Marketplace
Housekeeping Spotlight Item – These weekly items give housekeepers an area of special interest. Housekeepers will still adhere to their checklists, but will pay special attention to the Spotlight Items of the week:
Week of Oct 23 – Dust Breaker Boxes Week of Oct 30 – Clean Ovens
SCAM ALERT By Shirley Clay, Resident Counselor
Current Scams: What can be more annoying or frustrating than those phone calls on your cell or land line from an unknown, and sometimes local, number that catches your attention with “Hello, I need to speak with you immediately about a problem with your credit card.” What could be more anxiety producing than that! These calls are usually robocalls (an
automated telephone call that delivers a recorded message) and are targeting specific numbers or area codes randomly. The robocall message will continue asking you to press “1” to be connected to an operator. The caller wants you to stay on the line and speak with someone on the other end usually for one of two reasons:
1) To actually get private information from you to use in a financial scam, or 2) To solicit your purchase of their services to negotiate a lower rate on your
credit card interest rate; of course they ask for payment up front for that service.
If you get a call like this, the best case scenario is to hang-up immediately before giving any response, and call the number on the back of your credit card to see if there are any legitimate problems with the card. There are some apps which may be downloaded to your cell phone such as TrueCaller, RoboKiller, Mr. Number, Nomorobo and Hiya to notify and block some scan and robocalls. Check with your phone carrier to determine what will work best with your phone. Technology keeps progressing; so we have to stay smarter than the scammers.
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IRA CHARITABLE ROLLOVER REMINDER
By Joy Woodruff, Director of Development
The IRA Charitable Rollover, which allows taxpayers age 70½ or older to make tax-free charitable gifts of up to $100,000 per year directly from their Individual Retirement Accounts to eligible charities, continues to be an attractive opportunity for many, as a permanent part of the U.S. tax code. Making such a gift allows you to benefit a charitable program that is meaningful to you and to reduce your taxable income. While gifts through this provision are not eligible for a charitable tax deduction, the reduction of taxable income is often more desirable. If you have not met your IRA’s required minimum distribution for 2017, please consider a gift to the Air Force Villages Charitable Foundation. If you have questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Joy in the Development Office at (210) 568-3206.
EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION FUND By Maria Leas, RC Chair
It has been a long-standing tradition for Blue Skies residents to express an additional “Thank You” through the Employee Appreciation Fund. This fund is administered for us by our Finance Department, and you can participate by placing a check (please use checks instead of cash) into the slot marked “Employee Appreciation Fund” at the Front Desk or by making arrangements with Finance for a specific amount to be added to your Monthly Service Statement. These funds are gifted on our behalf twice a year (June and December) to all hourly-paid employees (with the exception of the Beauty Salon employees – the only employees allowed to receive tips). Your check must be received at the Front Desk no later than Friday, Nov 24, by 5pm to be included in the upcoming distribution. Checks should be made payable to Blue Skies of Texas and marked for Employees’ Appreciation Fund. Thank you. SPECIAL NOTE: In addition to those individuals you see every day, such as the wait staff, housekeepers and custodians, and Front Desk/Courtesy Officer and Maintenance teams, we’ve been asked: “Who are some of the behind-the-scenes folks our Appreciation Fund reaches?” Here is a sampling (not all inclusive): Dishwashers, finance clerks, overnight Front Desk and Courtesy Officer teams, overnight shift nursing and assisted living teams, cooks, etc.
FALL FESTIVAL AT ARNOLD HOUSE!
By Cynthia Donato, Administrative Assistant
Autumn is in the air…Please join us for a fall affair! The Fall Festival includes music, games and snacks for all BST East Residents to enjoy. The fun takes place in the Arnold House courtyard Friday, Oct 20, starting at 4pm. BST East staff is invited to bring their children out to
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enjoy the fall fun too. A sign-up sheet for staff and their children planning to attend will be located near the time clock. Any candy donations prior to the event will be appreciated. Please call or see Cynthia for further details.
TIME TO WALK WITH TEAM FREEDOM HOUSE!
By Ida Leithead, Health Services Business Development Manager
The time is near; we are gearing up and ready to walk with Team Freedom House in support of the 2017 San Antonio Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Support has been strong and enthusiastic. As of this writing we have over fifty team members and have collected over our goal of $3,000, all of
which goes to the San Antonio and South Texas Chapter of The Alzheimer’s Association. All of us at Blue Skies of Texas are so excited to be a Gold Level sponsor of the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer’s. This is going to be a very powerful experience for all involved, especially those who have been personally touched by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Team Freedom House Key Reminders The morning of walk, all participants are reminded to drink plenty of water, bring a hat, slather on plenty of sunscreen and please wear loose-fitting clothing that breathes. We will have bottled water for our residents and staff, and we will have a wheelchair and first aid kit on hand if needed. 2017 Walk Details Date: Saturday, Oct 21, at the Palo Alto College Times: Pre-registration-7am, Opening Ceremony-8:30am, Walk-9am Deadline for residents to sign up for transportation has passed. Please contact Kurt Riedel, Freedom House Director, at 210-838-6341 for more information.
GM’S CORNER By Ryan Dahl, Dining Services
Table Reservations - Just a reminder! All seating at BST is first-come, first-served. If you would like a specific table when you make reservations, we will do our best to accommodate your request based on availability.
Super Food - For the month of October the super food is Pumpkin. Pumpkins are rich in the antioxidant beta carotene and pumpkin seeds offer protein and key minerals. Pumpkins originated in Central America and have been a part of American cuisine for centuries. If harvested and handled properly, pumpkins, like other winter squash, can last long into the winter.
Up Coming Events:
Monday, Oct 16 - Thanksgiving reservations began, sign-up list in CC1
Tuesday, Oct 31 – Employee Halloween Costume & Pumpkin Carving Halloween Party in Sky Lounge, Cochran’s closed
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MAINTENANCE
STAFF
BST EAST WELLNESS AND LIFE ENRICHMENT
Monday, Nov 13 – Birthday, Anniversary & New Comers’ Dinner
Wednesday, Nov 15 – Thanksgiving Reservations Close
Thursday, Nov 23 – Thanksgiving Buffet 11am & 1pm
PEST CONTROL SCHEDULE By Scott Fischman, Maintenance Director
Thursday, Oct 26: Thursday, Nov 02:
Hi-Rise Floor 15, exterior Hi-Rise Floors 1-2
Mid-Rise exterior Mid-Rise Floor 1
Cottages 1628 - 1631 Cottages
The Hills The Hills
Health Care
Main HCC/Kitchen Dining exterior
Health Care
AH: interior common
Specials Main Kitchen: kitchen/dining Maint Bldg: interior common Vitality/Fitness: exterior
Specials Bistro: interior
MAINTENANCE UPDATE By Scott Fischman, Maintenance Director
To submit a Maintenance Work Order, please call or email:
Work Order Desk: 568-3261
Work Order Email: [email protected]
RESIDENT COUNSELOR INFORMATION
By Shirley Clay, Resident Counselor
Lackland Legal - Lackland Legal will be at the BST East campus to meet individually with residents on Tuesday, Nov 7, in the LeMay Room. Appointments will be from 1–4pm. If you have a military identification card, cannot drive and you wish to change or update your will, please call Shirley Clay @ 210-568-5029 to schedule an appointment. Please note, Lackland Legal cannot assist you if you have a trust. If you are able to drive to the Lackland Legal Office and meet with a lawyer, you can reach the Legal Office at 210-671-3362 to schedule an appointment. You must complete a Will Worksheet before your appointment, whether it is on campus at Blue Skies East or at Lackland Legal. Will Worksheets are available in the Wellness Center or online at https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil
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RESIDENTS’ CORNER
DRAC ANNUAL ELECTION By Bob Lamb, Election Officer
The Dining Room Advisory Council (DRAC) Annual Election is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov 8, from 10am-2pm. Five representatives will be elected by you to serve on the council for two years. Currently there are three members running for re-election. If you are interested, or know someone who is interested in running for election, a sign-up sheet and Candidate Forms will be available in CC1 from Friday, Oct 13, until Friday, Oct 20. Completed forms must be turned into the Election Officer, Bob Lamb, through internal mail no later than Saturday, Oct 21.
FISHING DAY AT BST WEST By Russ McCarthy
There will be an employee and contractor Fishing Day at BST West on Saturday, Oct 21, from 8am-5pm in all Blue Skies West fishing ponds. You may keep any bream or catfish you catch and bass that measure 14 inches or less. For the children there are a large number of hungry, big bream in the Oak Pond. If there are any questions, please call me, Russ McCarthy, at BSTW.
0-CLUB OCTOBER APPRECIATION NIGHT By Ken Wells
The October "Member Appreciation Night" will be the fourth Tuesday, Oct 24, at the Lackland Gateway Club from 5-8pm. The cost is $12.50. Club members will get $1 off and may use their club coupons. The evening’s menu features: prime rib with burgundy au jus, stuffed roast turkey with champagne mushroom sauce, shrimp linguini Alfredo, baby carrots and snow peas, roasted asparagus spears, rustic whipped potatoes with brown gravy, yams with golden brown marshmallows, pecan pie, pumpkin pie with whipped topping and fresh fruit cups. There will be music for your listening and dancing pleasure. All Blue Skies of Texas residents are welcome, and club members may use their discount coupons. A sign-up sheet for the bus is in the Activity Sign-up Booklet in the CC room at both campuses. Please sign up for the bus no later than noon, Monday, Oct 23, to ride the bus or remove your name if you no longer are going on the bus. The bus will depart BST West at 4:30pm and pick up BST East participants at 4:45pm. Return trip will depart the Club at 7:15pm. There is no transportation charge for this event.
BAT AND CAVE TALK By Ed Albert
Just in time for Halloween! Join Ed and Ann Albert for a talk about bats and caverns on Wednesday, Oct 25, 2pm in CC2,3. Learn why bats are important. Hear about caves; learn what makes cave formations, as well as the location of some nearby caves in Texas you may want to visit.
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MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA LUNCHEON By Jim Conner
Thursday, 26 Oct, at 11 am, the Alamo Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) will have a luncheon in the Sky Lounge at Blue Skies East. All members of MOAA and other interested residents are invited to attend. The guest speaker will be Col Roy Collins, 37th Training Wing Commander. Menu and cost are posted with the sign-up sheet for this event in CC1 (resident meal plan not available). You may also make your reservation and pay on-line at www.alamomoaa.org.
RESIDENTS’ CONCERT SERIES By Ginny Hallager
Our “very own” Sasha Moutouzkine returns Sunday, Oct 29, at 3 pm in the Lobby of BSTW to give us another wonderful afternoon of some of the world’s great music. He will be joined by Chloé Kiffer, a close colleague at Manhattan School of Music. She is known internationally for her inspired performances on the violin. Unfortunately, Sasha’s brother Ivan will not join the duo. He is attending to family matters back in Russia. Make sure you set aside time for another great afternoon of music presented by your Concert Committee. It is your financial support, through the AFV Charitable Fund, that makes this series possible.
BSTE RESIDENTS’ CONCERT ATTENDEES By Allan J. Perry
If you plan on attending the Residents’ Concert on Sunday, Oct 29, and plan to take the 2pm bus to the West campus, please place your name on the sign-up sheet posted in CC1, or remove your name if you no longer are going on the bus. Deadline for signing-up is noon on Friday, Oct 27. Please Note: There must be a minimum of five or more people signed up in order to take the bus. There is no transportation fee.
FRIENDS OF THE VILLAGE LIBRARY By Pam Kroyer
The year’s last meeting of Friends of the Village Library is Wednesday, Nov 1, at 1pm in CC3. Our meetings are short and sweet; come to hear some announcements and to vote for books to purchase. In order to get a better picture of the books our readers (and supporters) want to read, I distribute ballots to those who won’t be at the meeting. Just a reminder, our library is supported entirely by donations from residents, and all workers are volunteers.
GO HAMSTERS GO!! By Bill Overacker
CQ-CQ-CQ!! CQ is a code used by amateur radio operators as an invitation for any operators listening on that frequency to respond. Seven new Blue Skies Amateur Radio Club members are intensively studying and learning the “lingo,” technological aspects, the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) rules and radio operation under the tutelage of an experienced Medina Amateur Radio Club instructor. The course consists of two, four-hour intensive class instruction sessions culminating in the FCC licensure testing during the final hour of class. We are heartily rooting for
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these studious and ambitious “Hamsters” as they pursue their amateur radio licenses. ”Go Hamsters Go!!” You also can become a licensed amateur radio operator. Pick up your lunch and join us to learn more about this exciting and beneficial hobby at our meeting today and again on Thursday, Nov 16, at 11:30am in BST West CC1. All are welcome. Please contact Joel Lichtenstein for more information. 73—(Best regards in Ham language).
SEW ‘N’ SEWS ANNUAL CHANCE DRAWING & BAZAAR!
By Pat Steffen
The Excitement is Building! Wait ‘til you see the goodies you can win for just $1 per ticket to participate! (You can sneak a peek starting Thursday, Nov 2, in the display windows outside of the computer room). Tickets will be available: Monday, Nov 13, from 9am-1pm in the Main Lobby Tuesday, Nov 14 from 9am-1pm in the High Rise Lobby
The drawing will be held on Thursday Nov 16, at noon in the Main Lobby. Good luck!!
Bazaar: The Annual Bazaar also takes place on Thursday, Nov 16, in the Atrium Hallway from 9am-1pm. It’s a chance to do some early Christmas shopping or to just buy something for yourself. We have some talented residents who work on projects all year. Then they donate their handiwork to the Sew ‘n’ Sews. The Sew ‘n’ Sews in turn donate all proceeds from the Chance Drawing and the Bazaar back to the Village. Nobody loses.
MOAA CEO TO SPEAK By Jim Conner
AT 11am on Thursday, Nov 16, Lt Gen Atkins, USAF Ret, CEO of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), will be the speaker at the MOAA Alamo Chapter November Luncheon & Annual Business Meeting held at the Fort Sam Golf Club. He will discuss the impact of current legislation on Tricare and other budget issues. Call (210) 228-9955 or email [email protected] to make your reservation, or send check (with meal choice) made payable to MOAA-AC to P.O. Box 340497, Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234. You may also reserve and pay on-line at www.alamomoaa.org.
CHRISTMAS GALA & TREE LIGHTING By Sue Wilkinson
The Christmas Gala and Christmas Tree Lighting will take place on Tuesday, Dec 5, from 5-7pm in the Sky Lounge of BST East. Open to the first 100 who sign up in CC1. Others will be placed on a “wait-list” and will be called if there is an available slot. Sign-up sheets will be available Nov 1-28. Black tie is optional. Menu: Romaine wedges with garlic croutons & parmesan crisp, Caesar dressing on the side, stuffed pork loin, mushroom sauce on the side,
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diced sweet potato, pecans, cranberry blend, steamed asparagus, butter roses, croissants. Dessert: Yule log cake. Cost $25.95. There will be a cash bar. The cost of the meal will be billed as catering to the monthly statement for each person who signs up. Music for listening and dancing provided by The Mo-Dels.
ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR By Jo Dobbs
The deadline is fast approaching for those artisans who wish to participate in the annual Arts and Crafts Fair to be held in the Blue Skies West Lobby on Friday, Nov 17, from 10am-3pm. Participants must be residents of either Blue Skies East or West, and items must be made by the residents. To receive an application form, please phone Jo Dobbs at Blue Skies West. The deadline for submitting applications is Tuesday, Oct 31.
RESIDENT COUNCIL MEETING By Elke Schabel
To all who attended and contributed to the Oct 10 Resident Council meeting, a big “Thank you.” Out next meeting will be on Tuesday, Nov 28, at 10am. There will be no December meeting; we will start fresh in January. The 2018 Resident Council meeting schedule will be published at a later date.
WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA By Betty Chalfont
Wreaths Across America is an annual tribute to honor our fallen veterans during the Christmas holidays. Wreaths are laid at over 1,200 military cemeteries, at home and abroad. This year the event will take place on Saturday, Dec 16, at Ft Sam Houston Cemetery. If you would like to have a live wreath placed on the grave of a family member, a friend or a veteran, the cost is $15. Only at Ft Sam can we be grave specific, all we need is the name of your family member or friend, and we will ensure the wreath will be placed. If you do not know a specific veteran at Ft Sam, consider having a wreath placed on a veteran’s grave. Contract Betty Chalfont at BST West for an order form or for more information. The deadline is Monday, Nov 20. Thank you for supporting this wonderful event.
ANNIVERSARY AND BIRTHDAY PHOTOS
By Norris Wynne & Sonja Williams
Dig out your favorite old picture for sharing with your Blue Skies neighbors. Send your photo through the front desk internal mail to Norris Wynne Apt 709, prior to the 27th of the month before your Birthday or Anniversary. We will post it on the Birthday and Anniversary display in the lobby as well as on the in-house television channel. Please write the name and the date as well as your apartment number on the back of the photo. The original will be returned to you. Remember the deadline is the 27th. Thank you, Norris and Sonja.
HOBBY SHOP By Fred Potter & Bob Knapp
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RELIGIOUS SERVICES
At Tidd’s Tinker Shop, we repair items for residents of the Village. We do not expect to be paid for the work, but request that you make a small donation to the White Elephant as they provide the monies for our supplies.
We repair lamps and small appliances, as well as repairing, painting, and refinishing furniture. We work mainly with wood, but have done some work with other materials. If we can help you with any of these items, please call us at the Hobby Shop: (210) 568-5297. We do not have regular hours each day; so please call our home numbers if you don’t catch us at the Hobby Shop.
HYMN SING-ALONG By Rose Reagan
The Hymn Sing-Along has been revived! Come join in on the fun. We will meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm in CC3.
EPISCOPAL SERVICES By Johnna Baladez
Please join Fr. David Archibald for services on Wednesdays at 2pm in the Main Chapel, and on Wednesdays at 3pm at The Mission in the Mockingbird Household.
CATHOLIC NEWS By Pat Steffen
Catholic Mass - Celebrated in the BST East Main Chapel every Sunday at 3:30pm. The celebrants are Marianist priests.
The BST East Blessed Sacrament Chapel - Room #114 is open 24 hours a day to all residents for quiet prayer and meditation.
Prayer Intentions - As you enter the Chapel, on top of the small cabinet to your left there is a journal for your prayer intentions. On Wednesdays at 2:30pm, come join us in the Chapel to recite the Chaplet and the Rosary.
Holy Day – Wednesday, Nov 1, is All Saints Day. Mass will be celebrated in the Main Chapel at 10am.
PROTESTANT CHURCH SERVICE By Carol Frazier, Chapel Administrator
Pastor - Pastor Kerry Haynes
Protestant Services - We invite you to our worship services each Sunday. We encourage you to find a spiritual home of Faith here at BST East!
The Mission Worship Service – Held each Sunday at 9:30am at The Mission in the Multi-purpose Room
Sunday Worship Service - Held at 11am each Sunday in the Main Chapel
Monthly Sunday Afternoon Bible Study – Join Pastor Kerry on the third Sunday of each month, at 2pm in the CC rooms. Bible Study will not be held in December.
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Church Membership - Interested in joining AFV I Protestant Church? If you desire to unite with Air Force Village I Protestant Church you may transfer your membership or request dual membership whereby you also retain membership in your present church. If you do not belong to a church, you may join by profession of faith. If you have belonged to a church, you may also join by reaffirmation of faith. For more information, please speak to Pastor Kerry, a Church Board Member or stop by the Chapel Office for assistance.
Church Information – For additional church information, such as donating flowers for a Sunday Service and Lobby display, church financial reports or a list of current Church Board Members, please see the clip boards displayed in the CC Rooms Information Center. We also have church and service information posted weekly on the In-house channel.
Chapel Office - The Chapel Office, located in the Executive Offices, is open for all Church business Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am-1pm; Phone 674-3361.
JEWISH SERVICES INFORMATION
Sabbath Eve Service meeting is held on Fridays at 4:30pm at Lackland’s Airmen Memorial Chapel.
MAHJONG By Barbara O’Connor & Janet Coutts
Our time of playing mahjong is now on Wednesday at 1pm. We will be in Arnold House and welcome newcomers.
BRIDGE By Marilyn Carter
Attention Bridge players! If anyone would like to join us to play Bridge, please call me. We play every Thursday at 1pm in CC1. Come join us.
BRIDGE SCORES By Cory Ricót
Sep 21 Sep 28 George Chronis & Hal Elliott Jan Sullivan & Bobbie Crowley Eva Stepan & Norm Galyon Marilyn Carter & Barbara Mann Cory Ricót & Bobbie Crowley Eva Stepan & Norm Galyon
Oct 5 Norm Galyon & Sandy Terry Bobbie Crowley & Hal Elliott Barbara Mann & Marilyn Carter
GAMES AND SCORES
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ACTION AT THE POOL HALL By Jim Edwards
Saturday, Sep 30, 2017 Ten players were on hand when the games began, Soon to be narrowed down to the winner and the also-ran. “Spooky” went out quickly followed by “Snooky” and “Rambo” “Old Vol” soon made his exit followed by “Snapshot,” who had to go. In third place was “The Mouth” who blasted away. Second place went to “Lucky” who “The Mouth” couldn’t slay. Like Phoenix from the ashes, “Mojac” rose to the top, He was the one in the final game “Lucky” could not stop.
Wednesday, Oct 4, 2017 Twelve players marched in with cues in hand, It would have been prettier if accompanied by a band. Alas, we have no baton twirlers nor fight songs to sing. We’re lucky to even get a few telephone rings. Nevertheless, “Beaver” was able to take third place, And “Frosty” in second was trying to make it a race. But “Spooky” was flying high and not to be outdone. He was undefeated today which means he WON!
Saturday, Oct 7, 2017 Only eight players made it today. Seems like too many other things got in the way. We had a new player join in the fun. “Talley Ho” took on “Snapshot” in the first game, and he won. As the games went on “Old Vol” took third place. Second place went to “Killer,” who was still in the chase. But “Talley Ho,” a ringer from BST West, was today’s best, We’re going to start requiring a visa when they come from West.
Wednesday, Oct 11, 2017 Twelve players showed up to test their skill, With only one shark candidate they had to kill. We had one visitor join us today. We were not very nice as he was soon put away. “Old Vol” took third place as the games went on. “Big Daddy” took second and “Old Vol” was gone. “Talley Ho” came in like it was a walk in the park And when it was over, he walked away as the shark.
