Bits & Pieces Sunday 3-28-2021

 

 Bits & Pieces

Sunday 3-28-2021

 I am about to send out the Birthday & Anniversary list. If you are not on the April list and want to be, send me your names with your birthdays and anniversary dates.

For Sale Park Model Lot 397

> 1 Bedroom/1 Bath with New Walk in Shower.

> Fully Furnished. Kitchen has Full Sized Refrigerator,

> Microwave, Gas Stove, Double Stainless Steel Sink, Large Pantry.

> Very Nice newly stained Deck/w Patio Furniture.

> Has Metal Roof and 3 New Windows. Carport Recently Painted.

> Nice Shed with Shelves. Full Size Washer. Shed recently wired for dryer.

> Asking $15000 which Includes Rent for 2021-2022.

> To See Call Lynn Massingill 540-533-6240.

CFO will be taking donations on Tuesday after the meeting and have sales in the afternoon 3:00 to 4:00.

Wednesday evening, March 24^th was another absolutely beautiful night for Hoss Collar and we had some great laughs as we pushed the discs back and forth on the courts.  Moe DeRosier, with her new stick, won 1^st Place with 625 points, Frank Neumann won 2^nd Place with 610 points and LeRoy Moore won 3^rd Place with 594 points. The season is drawing to a close and there are two more Hoss Collars that will be hosted, Saturday night, March 27th and Wednesday, March 31^st. then if you want, you can organize a Hoss Collar evening and let those who are still here know about it. The season will officially start here at Trophy Gardens, on the 1^st  of November, 2021. Next week we play regular shuffleboard Monday, March 29^th and Wednesday, March 31^st. See Ya!

Final results for Bean Bag. They are done for this season.

3-22-2021

1^st :Ron Becks ma & Ken Keenner

2^nd:BIll Danielson & Bob Lee

Consolation: Paul Mettler & Don Wulf

3-25-2021

1^st: Bill Danielson & Bob Yeley

2^nd: Ron Beeksma & Ray Gullekson

Consulation: Paul Mettler & Lolita Beeksma

In the Pool Hall on Sunday

Where have the last five months gone?  Now here it is time to go north again...   We did get together this Sunday for a fun Mixed Doubles pool playing time... To start it all off one of the teams couldn't make it because of health issues... Talked to this team and they are fine now.  We asked another fella pool player if he and his wife could fill in for the sick players but they couldn't play cause she was coloring her hair.  Hair coloring is a good excuse --- right pool hall babes?????    When drawing for playing partners there was a name that was missing for some unknown reason and I heard about that too...  That is hard on my ears---no grumping, please...  After the pool playing was over Paul hung a picture that Gary Eakins donated to the pool hall---  a picture of ten of our presidents and there were eight of them playing pool...  a great tribute to a great game --- Thanks, Gary Eakins...  Stop in and see the picture --- really nice.

Saturday night, March 27^th was the next to the last Hoss Collar episode for the 20-21 season. The temperature was nice and the wind had died down.  Les McKinney won 1^st Place with 698 points, Janet Yeley captured 2^nd Place with 682 points and Bob Lee won 3^rd Place with 654 points.  The last Hoss Collar of the season will be Wednesday night, March 31^st. This does not mean that no one can play Hoss Collar until November 1^st, anyone can organize and play Hoss Collar at anytime.  It just means it is not a regularly scheduled activity when the hosts have left for the summer.  Regular shuffleboard will be offered Monday, March 29^th and Wednesday, March 31^st and then the activity will not be hosted until Monday, November 1^st . But anyone can go to the courts and play. Have a great summer and we will see you next season.

  So now on to the real talent that was shown today by all of us...  Because we were short one team we only played six games...    Two teams won 4 of the 6 they played they were Barb Brooker & Frank Newman and team Sally Kelleher & Garry  Fusselman...    Teams winning 3 of the six were Bev McEnaney & Terry Steinbeck and team Gayle Steinbeck & Paul Kelleher and team Janet Yeley & Paul Kelleher---- Teams winning 2 of the 6 played were team Donna Hanke & Butch Brooker and team Gwen Newman & Bob Yeley.

    To end this eventful Sunday afternoon --  as I was going out the pool hall door after the games were played the wind picked up just right and blew the score sheets out of my basket...  One blew back into the pool hall and one on the east side of the pool hall ---and some right on the ground by myself...  Thanks to Paul & Sally for helping me round up the score sheets... It has been a fun season -- loved every second of it...

    Next Sunday, Easter we have a signup sheet up and we decided to play about 5:00 in the afternoon.   Whoever wants to play just show up or sign up.......We will have a good time too......

Stay Safe and Stay Healthy

Betsie Brown

In the Pool Hall on Sunday

 

Where have the last five months gone?  Now here it is time to go north again...   We did get together this Sunday for a fun Mixed Doubles pool playing time... To start it all off one of the teams couldn't make it because of health issues... Talked to this team and they are fine now.  We asked another fella pool player if he and his wife could fill in for the sick players but they couldn't play cause she was coloring her hair.  Hair coloring is a good excuse --- right pool hall babes?????    When drawing for playing partners there was a name that was missing for some unknown reason and I heard about that too...  That is hard on my ears---no grumping, please...  After the pool playing was over Paul hung a picture that Gary Eakins donated to the pool hall---  a picture of ten of our presidents and there were eight of them playing pool...  a great tribute to a great game --- Thanks, Gary Eakins...  Stop in and see the picture --- really nice.

  So now on to the real talent that was shown today by all of us...  Because we were short one team we only played six games...    Two teams won 4 of the 6 they played they were Barb Brooker & Frank Newman and team Sally Kelleher & Garry  Fusselman...    Teams winning 3 of the six were Bev McEnaney & Terry Steinbeck and team Gayle Steinbeck & Paul Kelleher and team Janet Yeley & Paul Kelleher---- Teams winning 2 of the 6 played were team Donna Hanke & Butch Brooker and team Gwen Newman & Bob Yeley.

    To end this eventful Sunday afternoon --  as I was going out the pool hall door after the games were played the wind picked up just right and blew the score sheets out of my basket...  One blew back into the pool hall and one on the east side of the pool hall ---and some right on the ground by myself...  Thanks to Paul & Sally for helping me round up the score sheets... It has been a fun season -- loved every second of it...

    Next Sunday, Easter we have a signup sheet up and we decided to play about 5:00 in the afternoon.   Whoever wants to play just show up or sign up.......We will have a good time too......

Bits & Pieces Wednesday 3-24-2021

 Bits & Pieces

Wednesday 3-24-2021

A past resident of Trophy, Eunice Meyer passing away on March 18 at the Kossuth Regional Health Center.  The funeral service will be held Saturday, March 27 @ 11a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Algona Iowa. Her obituary is at https://www.lentzfuneralhome.com/obituaries/. 

**There will be a church service this Sunday at 9:00 am in the hall. Jacques Hackus will be giving the sermon again this Sunday. Hope to see you there.

Trophy Reunion Update:  Ice is out on East Okoboji as of Tuesday evening.  Spring has sprung and hopefully no more snowstorms.  But Trophy Gardens will be storming into Okoboji from Aug. 23rd- August 26th. with over 150  people.  Cruise reservations have been made and Trophy has chartered 3 boats for a 1 hour cruise Monday evening on East Lake.  On Thursday Trophy has chartered the Queen for an hour and 15 min cruise on West Lake. Golfers that would like to play golf, please contact Bob Clabaugh at 515-975-8783.  As of now, golfers will be golfing Tuesday and Thursday mornings.  As of today no word on tours at the Indian Motorcycle or Agco due to Covid. Due to our large group, all other tours will be divided into much smaller groups in order for everyone to hear and see everything.   

**Remember there are the horse races on Thursday at 3:00 pm in the North Parking lot!! Bring your money to bet on your favorite activity.

MOVING SALE. Kuders Lot #621 More stuff - check it out - we’re adding items daily. 2 bicycle carrier - coffee table - Hoover vacuum - toaster oven - HP printer - much miscellaneous.

Sunday at the pool hall...  another fun day and lots of good and some not-so-good shots...  Well, we all tried.  For some reason, the cue and the balls would not cooperate????   We played our usual seven games and one team Sally Keleher and Alex Stinson won five of the seven played...   

There were four teams that each won four of their games played---they were: Barb Brooker & Paul Kelleher, Wilma Weeks & Butch Brooker,    Bev McEnaney & Keny Patrick, and team Gwen Newman & Don Wulf.    The sign-up sheet is up for next Sunday afternoon.   The start time is 1:00.   come join in on the fun...

Stay Safe and Stay Healthy!!

Betsie Brown

Bits & Pieces Monday 3-22-2021

 Bits & Pieces

Monday 3-22-2021

Barb & Wayne Dunker invites everyone to their Anniversary Party on March 27th. On Lot 462. It's a Potluck, bring your dinnerware and drinks, and chairs. Curt James will be playing from 4-6. For your dancing pleasure.  Everyone is invited. No gifts, please come n have fun.     Golf cart parking on empty lots behind our RV.

Wanda Weinberg helps Reed celebrate his 90th birthday.  "Check out the attachment" !!!

Saturday night, March 20th, the first day of Spring, was another beautiful night.  A great bunch of people showed up to play Hoss Collar and the results are as follows:  Janet Yeley won 1st Place with 669 points, she was very closely followed by John Chalko with 668 points for 2nd Place. They were teammates on their second game.  They were closely followed by Dale Hustad with 665 points who wasn’t on any team with John and Janet. Just like a recent Hoss Collar evening, there were nine players who scored 600 points or more.  You guys are getting good!   Come and join us, just a few more games, and the season will be over. So get out there and give it a try.  We play Wednesday and Saturdays at 6:30PM. Bring a one-dollar bill and your mask.  We play regular shuffleboard on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays at 9:00 AM. Come and have fun!

Stay Safe and Stay Healthy

Betsie Brown

Bits & Pieces Friday 3-19-2021

Bits & Pieces

Friday 3-19-2021

Frank and Gwen Neumann have a Large Park Model for sale.  612 Classic.  Must see.  612-310-5354

Bikes for Sale: Lot #621 - Kenny & Martha Kuder

1 -20”Norco Plateau and 1-18” Norco Plateau.

2 outdoor lounge chairs (heavy cushioned)

WATCH FOR DAILY DEALS

 It was a beautiful evening for Hoss Collar, Wednesday, March 17th. The courts were a clean green for St. Patrick’s Day.  Stan Ringler won 1st Place with 612 points, Jim Voth won 2nd Place with 607 points and Bob Lee came in 3rd Place with 592 points.  We want to thank those who helped clean the courts on Tuesday. Big thanks go to Les McKinney, Orin Clinger, Gary DeRosier, Dan and Linda Lang.  The courts will be easier to clean in November when the Shuffleboard season starts, especially after the terrible winds and cold spell that we have recently endured. The burning season for the sugar cane is from mid-October to early April so we shouldn’t have much build-up from that activity.  We play Hoss Collar Wednesday and Saturday evenings starting at 6:30PM and we play regular shuffleboard on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays at 9:00 AM.  Come join us and wear your masks. See Ya!

Stay Safe and Stay Healthy!!

Betsie Brown

Bits & Pieces Tuesday 3-16-2021

 Bits & Pieces

Tuesday 3-16-2021

Sad news that May Harp passed away yesterday March 15th.

"So much to say but so few words that seem to do it justice. What a       wonderful celebration of our ministry here at Trophy Gardens.  You all have been such a blessing to us over these 20 plus years.  You have loved us, laughed with us, cried with us, and shared this wonderful journey.  Thank you so much. In His love,  Darrel & Winonna

There will be church on Sunday morning at 9:00 am. We will be having a guest pastor doing the sermon.

Lynn gave the numbers at the Park Meeting as 431 people in the park on 241 sites and 67 pets. *The office will not be open on weekends after April 1st.

** Mike Owens announced that he is looking for someone to take over the Veterans Advocate. He would help train someone for the job. There will be a flag burning ceremony Friday on lot 116, at 11:30 am. The VFW will be doing the ceremony. If you have not seen a “flag burning ceremony” before it is interesting and worth watching it.

I found a video tape, Welcome to Texas Video Tour of Rio Grande Valley, and a book, inside of a mesh bag, "Undetected" by Dee Henderson. These items were found in my bicycle basket last night. They have been turned into the office. Thanks, Deb Bessey lot #544

Whoooppeee another fun Sunday at the pool hall and enjoying the Mixed Doubles pool game...   There were eight teams and each team played seven games......Team Bev McEnaney & Elmer Hanke and team Mikie Patrick & Garry Fuseselman each won five of seven played...  There was one team that won four games and they are Connie Gillean & Paul Kelleher---- four teams won three games and one won two games...  No great records set today but we had a great time... Sign-up sheets are up for the rest of the month...Come sign up for a fun afternoon... The rest of the pool season pool games start at 1:00... Just a reminder.

Well, the terrible wind finally died down somewhat and we were able to play Hoss Collar Saturday night, March 13th.  Dan Lang came in 1st Place with 642 points, Les McKinney came in 2nd Place with 641 points, we checked the math and the totals were correct. Kathy Ringler came in 3rd Place with 624 points, she beat hubby, Stan who had 623 points. We had lots of laughs with our close games.  Come out and join us!  Wednesday and Saturday evenings at 6:30 and bring a dollar bill and your mask.  We play regular shuffle Monday, Wednesday and Friday’s at 9:00 AM, bring $.30 and your mask and get your vitamin D.  See Ya!

3/4/21                                                                                                

1st: Ron Beeksma & Paul Mettler                  

2nd: Ray Gulleckson & George 

1st Consolation: Ray Gulleckson & Dale  Zahart                                           

 3/9/21    

1st: Ron Beeksma &  George Burleigh                                            

2nd: Bob Yealy & Don Wulf Burleigh

1st Consolation:  Lolita Beeksma & Don Wulf

Keep Safe and Stay Healthy!!

Betsie Brown

Bits & Pieces Saturday 3-13-2021

 Bits & Pieces

Saturday 3-13-2021

“ The thank you for your service“ gathering for Pastor Hardy and Winonna will be at 2 o'clock on Sunday, March 14 in the north parking lot instead of immediately after church. Same day but A change in time. Refreshments will be served and bring your own chair

Wayne n Barb would like to invite our Trophy Gardens family to our Lot 462. To celebrate our 46th anniversary on March 27th. From 4-6 on March 27th, Curt James will be playing for our dancing pleasure. We'll have a potluck, bring a dish to pass, your dinnerware and your beverage of choice, and your chairs. Golf cart parking will be on lots behind our RV.

Wayne n I request no gifts, please come and have fun. 

For Sale Park Model Lot 397, 1 Bedroom/1Bath with New Walk-in Shower. Fully Furnished. The kitchen has a Full-Sized Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Stove, Double Stainless Steel Sink, Large Pantry. Very Nice newly stained Deck/w Patio Furniture., Has Metal Roof and 3 New Windows. Carport Recently Painted., Nice Shed with Shelves. Full-Size Washer. Shed recently wired for dryer. Asking $15000 which Includes Rent for 2021-2022. To See Call Lynn Massingill 540-533-6240.

Stay Safe and Stay Healthy!!

Betsie Brown

Heading North?

 For those of us heading North in our RV's in the next weeks, I thought you might like this article about foil pack meals. Still needing to be self-contained and eat healthy food. Or maybe you are not in an RV but would like a change of pace in homebound meal prep. Enjoy!

https://www.rvtravel.com/make-ahead-foil-packet-meals/

Bits & Pieces Thursday 3-11-2021

 

Bits & Pieces

Thursday 3-11-2021

Betty Vos would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of love and support during this time. All of your prayers have lifted her up and she is blessed to live in a community like this. She is joyful that Pete is no longer suffering and it is because of your love and support that her family is happy she wants to stay living here as long as she can. 

For Sale Lot 522 - Cedar Ridge Trailer 30' x 8', 2 tip outs 5' x 10', porch 8' x 22', laundry room 11' x 7' with washer and dryer.  Steel roof.  Tile floor and tile wall behind appliances.  New plumbing & water heater in kitchen & bath.  One-piece marble sink, window air, and roof air.  Microwave, fridge, stove, couch and rocker, kitchen table & chairs.  Asking $22,000 which includes rent for 2022. Call Bob Johnson at 218-251-1053.

Wednesday night, March 3rd, was another beautiful night for Hoss Collar.  We had 9 people who had over 600 total points for their three games. Chuck Hull came in 1st Place with 693 points, Larry Clintsman took 2nd Place with 692 points and LeRoy Moore made 684 points for 3rd Place.  Gary DeRosier had 678; Dan Lang had 655; Vince Yount had 643; Stan Ringler, 632; June Thibault, 612; John Chalko, 608 points. It was quite a night. Linda Lang was on court 4 “foot” all three of her games and on her first game she scored 66 points, and she still was able to get her dollar back with a total of 452 points. All things are possible. Come and have some fun and make new friends.  We wear our masks, sanitize and practice social distancing.  Bring a one Dollar bill and be at the courts by 6:15PM Saturday and Wednesday nights. Regular shuffle is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings at 9:00AM, bring $.30 and get your vitamin D.

Another show of talent at the pool hall this Sunday --- plus another fun time...  We had the usual eight teams each playing seven games..  Only one team won all seven of the games they played and they were Gayle Steinbeck and Alex Stinson.  the following teams won four of the seven played and they are teams     Connie Gillean & Bob Yeley,  Janet Yeley & Jerry Thomson, and team   Renie Stinson & Terry Steinbeck...  Come join in the fun ---  the sign-up sheets are up for the rest of the month...  This is a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon...  Thanks to all that came.

It was somewhat chilly for Hoss Collar last Saturday night, March 6th, but we had a lot of brave souls that had a very good time.  Gary DeRosier won 1st Place with 662 points, his wife, Moe, playing with a brand new “stick” that hubby bought her won 2nd Place with 651 points.  Dan Lang took 3rd place with 585 points with Connie Gillean trailing close with 584 points.  Time is running out, better come and learn to play!  Hoss Collar meets Wednesday and Saturday at 6:30 PM, bring a one dollar bill, most everyone gets their dollar back.  Regular shuffle meets Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday’s at 6:30 PM.  Easy to learn and get your vitamin D. Wear your masks, we sanitize and practice social distancing. SEE YA!

Stay Safe and Stay Healthy!!

Betsie Brown

Bits & Pieces correction

Bits & Pieces

March 3-5-2021

I have a couple of corrections to the last Bits & Pieces. Spell Check did it's thing and messed up what I wrote.

Upon Pastor's resignation, the Church Board is having a “Thank You for Your Service” Sunday, March 14th, in the North parking lot following the church service. There will be cake and punch served. Your presence will be appreciated.

Stay Safe and Stay healthy!!

Betsie Brown

 

Bits & Pieces Thursday 3-4-2021

 Bits & Pieces

Thursday  3-4-2021

Upon Pastor's resignation, the Church Board is having a “Thank You for Your Service” Sunday, March 14th, in the North parking lot following the church service. There will be cake and punch served Your presents will be apprenticed.

Oops...On the Birthday and Anniversary list for March. I spelled Barb Brooker's name wrong. Add an R in Brooker.

Add Wayne & Barb Dunker's anniversary on March 29th. 46 years!!

FOR SALE: furnished park model, turn-key ready-- Spacious living room/dining room with seating for 12 people for dinner-- Modern kitchen with dishwasher-- Newly renovated bathroom with his and her sinks and a walk-in shower-- Bedroom with a king-sized bed -- Shed with washer, dryer, and new fridge -- Covered patio with outdoor furniture-- Central air conditioner-- New roof, windows, and siding All fair offers considered  1 - 204 – 962-8606 Gail Hermann

We are looking for a rental for next season. We prefer a newer 2BR/2BA. Must be clean/no smokers/ no pets. We have rented in TG, WR and Alamo Palms the last 5 yrs and will be happy to provide references.  Looking for Dec through March. Contact Jon/Linda Pierce 402-499-8403

Bean Bag Results

February 9. 2021

1st Place  Paul Mettler & Jesse Jackson

2nd Place  Brent McKee & Don Wulf

3rd Place  Rick Dewey & Ron Beeksma

February 23. 2021

1st Place  Bill Danielson & Ray Gullekson

2nd Place  Rick Dewey & Mike Hammes

3rd Place  Bob Lee & Paul Mettler

February 25. 2021

1st Place  Bob Lee & Ray Gullekson

2nd Place  Lolita Beeksma

3rd Place  Ron Beeksma & Paul Mettler

March 2. 2021

1st Place  Bill Danielson & Bob Lee

2nd Place  Ron Beeksma & Terry Thomson

3rd Place  Don Wulf & Paul Mettler

We play every Tuesday & Thursday 

COME JOIN US

Stay Safe and Stay Healthy

Betsie Brown

Bits & Pieces Friday 2-26-2021

 Bits & Pieces

Friday 2-26-2021

Happy 70th Anniversary to Coke & Charles Fellenstein!!

ERMA L. ADAM's birthday 2-22-27 Remembering the good times at Trophy Gardens. I AM 94 TODAY AND THANK EVERYONE FOR THE NICE BIRTHDAY GREETINGS. YOU MADE MY DAY.  ERMA L. ADAM, 400 EVERGREEN ST. ST. JAMES, MO. 65559

A BIG Happy Birthday to Erna Adam-!!!!

At the park meeting Lynn reported that there are 442 people in the park on 245 sites and 65 pets.

When JD was given his turn to talk, horns honked, people held up signs to show him he was appreciated for all he did to get the electricity and water going in the park. He also got some pop to have later and Pastor gave him a loaf of his bread! --Lynn liked that!!

I got a phone call from Dolly Wren today. We had a very nice conversation. She is spending her winters with her daughter in Florida and she will go back to Arkansas for the summer. If interested her winter address is: 2370 Hibiscus, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

Wednesday night, February 24th was a tad windy, but Hoss Collar prevailed under a slightly full moon. Janet Yeley won 1st Place with 618 points, Roger Francis won 2nd Place with 572 points and John Chalko came in 3rd with 550 points.  Well done! We play Hoss Collar Wednesday and Saturday nights at 6:30 PM.  Bring a dollar, your mask and have a lot of laughs. We play regular shuffleboard on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays at 9:00 AM.  Bring $.30 and get your vitamin D. We sanitize, practice social distancing and wear our masks.  Come a little early because we do have a limit of how many can play.  Thanks!!

Stay Safe and Stay Healthy!!!

Betsie Brown