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Vol. 11 Issue 11 November 2017 Continued P 3 Page 1 Bay Crossing 17866 Galley Road, Lewes, DE 19958 302-645-5656 www.baycrossingde.com Board of Directors baycrossingde.com Next Board Meeting: November 8, 9 a.m. Peter Grant, President Doug Winkelmann, Vice President Cathy Schlossnagle, Secretary Nancy McCloskey, Treasurer Phil Wescott, Planning Officer Committees Architectural Review (ARC): Reed Angster, November 3, 9 a.m. Breeze Editor: Monica Maiese Communications/Website: Bernie Harvilla, John Marino Facilities: Jerry Suslak Finance: Mike Inman, November 22 , 10 a.m. Grounds: Bill Thetford, November 6, 9 a.m. Lifestyle: Judi Barry, Stephanie Barry, November 2, 1 p.m. Pool: Bob Schlegel Safety and Security: Jim Ransom Problem or Question? Guardian Property Management Susan A. Jiménez, 17298 Coastal Highway, Unit 1 Lewes, DE 19958 (o) 302.227.7878 (m) 302.381.0582 www.guardiande.com The Breeze The Bay Crossing Clubhouse was really rocking on Saturday evening, September 23, as nearly 80 residents and guests attended Gina and Joey’s Italian Wedding, an audience interactive comedy performed by Ovation Dinner Theater. Alex Atzert walked the “lovely” bride up the aisle, since her Italian uncle did not show up. The ceremony was performed by a priest with a Jewish name who didn’t realize he had taken a vow of celibacy and had arranged for celibacy to be put on hold from 12-3 every Wednesday afternoon! The wedding planner/master of ceremonies was over the top, and he mingled and danced with the crowd all night. The cast of 12 introduced themselves and chatted with guests before the ceremony to set the mood, and all the attendees really felt like they were at a wedding! Everyone got into the act, even doing a conga line and singing a rip roaring rendition of “New York New York.” This is the second time we have had Ovation here at Bay Crossing and they did not disappoint. The room looked festive with royal blue runners on the tables and fresh flowers. Guests picked up their name cards with their table assignments as they entered. Carafes of red and white wine were on every table. Our Italian menu, consisting of an antipasto plate, chicken parmesan, vegetable lasagna, pasta with a choice of sauce, salad, rolls, and tiramisu, was prepared by Lighthouse Catering. Their staff went above and beyond, even rescuing us from a dilemma we had with the skirt for the head table. Kudos to Pat Mowll for chairing this event along with her committee members Jan Holly, Joanne Jakob, Monica Maiese, Eileen Poling, and Barbara Wood. Ovations Dinner by Barbara Wood

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Bay Crossing 17866 Galley Road, Lewes, DE 19958

302-645-5656 www.baycrossingde.com

Board of Directors baycrossingde.com

Next Board Meeting: November 8, 9 a.m.

Peter Grant, President Doug Winkelmann, Vice President

Cathy Schlossnagle, Secretary Nancy McCloskey, Treasurer Phil Wescott, Planning Officer

Committees Architectural Review (ARC): Reed

Angster, November 3, 9 a.m.

Breeze Editor: Monica Maiese Communications/Website: Bernie Harvilla,

John Marino Facilities: Jerry Suslak

Finance: Mike Inman, November 22 , 10 a.m.

Grounds: Bill Thetford, November 6, 9 a.m.

Lifestyle: Judi Barry, Stephanie Barry, November 2, 1 p.m. Pool: Bob Schlegel

Safety and Security: Jim Ransom

Problem or Question? Guardian Property Management

Susan A. Jiménez, 17298 Coastal Highway, Unit 1

Lewes, DE 19958 (o) 302.227.7878 (m) 302.381.0582

www.guardiande.com

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The Bay Crossing Clubhouse was really rocking on Saturday evening, September 23, as nearly 80 residents and guests attended Gina and Joey’s

Italian Wedding, an audience interactive comedy performed by Ovation Dinner Theater. Alex Atzert walked the “lovely” bride up the aisle, since her Italian uncle did not show up.

The ceremony was performed by a priest with a Jewish name who didn’t realize he had taken a vow of celibacy and had arranged for celibacy to be put on hold from 12-3 every Wednesday afternoon! The wedding

planner/master of ceremonies was over the top, and he mingled and danced with the crowd all night. The cast of 12 introduced themselves and chatted with guests before the ceremony to set the mood, and all the attendees really felt like they were at a wedding! Everyone got into the act, even doing a conga line and singing a rip roaring rendition of “New York New York.” This is the second time we have had Ovation here at Bay Crossing and they did not disappoint.

The room looked festive with royal blue runners on the tables and fresh flowers. Guests picked up their name cards with their table assignments as they entered. Carafes of red and white wine were on every table.

Our Italian menu, consisting of an antipasto plate, chicken parmesan, vegetable lasagna, pasta with a choice of sauce, salad, rolls, and tiramisu, was prepared by Lighthouse Catering. Their staff went above and beyond, even rescuing us from a dilemma we had with the skirt for the head table.

Kudos to Pat Mowll for chairing this event along with her committee members Jan Holly, Joanne Jakob, Monica Maiese, Eileen Poling, and Barbara Wood.

Ovations Dinner by Barbara Wood

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A lot will be going on in Bay Crossing during October and November.

The conversion to natural gas will be completed, the Sharp tank farm next to the tennis court will be removed and the ground area regraded. The conversion has been completed with few problems. We all have to give Barbara Wood and her Ad Hoc conversion committee a special thanks for keeping us informed and working closely with both Sharp and Chesapeake Utilities. All of the Sharp temporary tanks will be removed and Sposato will assist in offering re-seeding where the tanks have left their mark.

The Grounds Committee, working with the Sussex Conservation District, will be working to improve drainage in two of our major swale areas. This joint effort will be subsidized by the SCD and should improve drainage which has been a problem for several years. Additionally, the pond in Phase Four [pond #2] will undergo a major enhancement provided by Envirotech, the contractor that maintains all our ponds. This Grounds Committee project has been paid for by Blenheim as part of the transfer of common areas. Finally, Sposato will complete a major enhancement of median number 5 in the center of Bay Crossing Blvd. and complete a reseeding of the swale and pond area in Phase Four. All of this work is being coordinated by the volunteers of the Grounds Committee as they also arrange to remove dead or dying trees.

A new operating committee has been formed and authorized by the Board. This will be the Roads Committee, chaired by George Grob. This committee will be responsible for maintenance and paving of all roads, repair of all concrete curbs and sidewalks, street lights, bridge maintenance and snow removal. The committee was formed to take some of the work load from the Grounds Committee.

The Board of Directors hosted a cocktail party for all of our wonderful volunteers on Sunday, October 15 from 4-6 p.m. Invitations were extended to all 2017 volunteers. This will be followed by a Wine and Cheese party on Saturday, November 11th.

On Saturday, November 18, there will be the annual Home Owners Association meeting at the clubhouse to establish the 2018 operating budget. The Finance Committee has been working with all the operating committees for the past two months to refine and capture expenses for all the projects and needs of the community.

The Board of Directors wants to thank all of our volunteers for the hundreds of hours invested. Without their efforts we would never be able to complete as many projects or keep our community looking as good as it does.

Peter Grant, President HOA

Peter’s Perspective . . . by Peter Grant

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Ovations Continued from P1

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Ovations Continued from P3

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Fitness and Food Celebration! by Sheila Maden Cool nights brought a chilly end to water aerobics in early September. However, the icy water didn't deter a surprising number of hearty BC women from taking one last splash in the pool. Definitely a cause for celebration

- BC style!

Besides celebrating another great season of water aerobics, September is also the perfect time to recognize and thank all our wonderful fitness instructors: Georgia (water aerobics), Cindy (chair aerobics), Sue (yoga) and Kathy (Zumba). As always, this year's appreciation luncheon featured lots of delicious food and good cheer and the much appreciated bonus of beautiful weather.

A big thank you Elaine

Dennis, Pam Muzoleski, Sue Sands, Diane Sheahin, Penny Stakes and everyone else who contributed to making the luncheon so much fun. Bravo to our troubadour Merry Martin and the “Bayettes" for their spirited rendition of The 12 Ways of Georgia. Also, a special shout out to Linda Ruth who was instrumental in bringing fitness classes to Bay

Crossing and whose leadership and experience are invaluable in making these events a success.

Remember, weekly yoga, chair aerobics, and Zumba classes continue throughout the year. Let's keep moving!

Continued on P6

Sue, Georgia, Cindy & Kathy

Merry & the "Bayettes" perform The 12 Ways of Georgia

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Fitness Continued from P5

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VAROOM by Chuck Frohlich On a gorgeous September 10 Sunday afternoon, 20 Bay Crossing motorsports enthusiasts fired up their classic cars and motorcycles and congregated on the Clubhouse parking lot for a few hours of camaraderie, socializing,

and swapping stories. The cars and bikes were shiny and looked terrific, and the turnout from the community at large was

outstanding! We had 4 cars that didn’t make it from our 2015 show, but we

added 6 cars and a motorcycle to this year’s show, so we actually netted 3 new rides ... which means new

people moving in and current residents are joining the ranks of those with “fun” driving vehicles to add to their hobbies.

The pictures here from the show are just a sample of the Corvettes, Thunderbirds, Mustangs, Jeeps, Classic Imports, Hot Rods, and Motorcycles lurking behind those garage doors of our neighbors! I never cease to be amazed that within our small community we have such a neat assortment of

vintage and sporty machines spanning a wide variety of

interests. Special

thanks go out to those who helped me in putting the show together … Rich Brown (Parking Layout), Chuck Patalive (Show Banner

and Photos), and Tom Wrubel (Advertisement). So for those of you who would like to join us, as well as

participate in the fun spectrum of weekend cruises and shows throughout the Lewes, Millsboro, and Rehoboth Beach areas,

(and maybe even re-live some of your teenage years – none of us could afford what we are driving now back then!), there are plenty of opportunities over the next

few months to find just the perfect ride for you! And remember, it’s never too late … “God does not deduct from man’s allotted time on earth those

hours spent enjoying classic cars and motorcycles!”

Safe and enjoyable Fall Cruising to everyone!

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Women’s & Men’s Luncheons The November Ladies’ Luncheon will be held at Bluecoast Seafood Grill & Raw Bar on Route 1 on Thursday, November 9, at Noon. Please sign up at the Clubhouse by November 6. Men’s Lunch group will dine at Big Fish Grill, Rehoboth, on November 9th.

Happy Birthday! NovemberAnne Trifiro—Nov. 5 Isabella Hendrixson—Nov. 6 Arthur Perry—Nov. 8 Bill Sharp—Nov.12 Steve Brittingham—Nov. 13 Jack Freel—Nov. 15 Pat Dennis—Nov. 16 Karen Fricia—Nov. 19 Doreen Jones—Nov. 22 Judy Guidone—Nov. 26

Ongoing Activities BC Travel Club: Meets first Monday of the month except for holidays at 10:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse card room. Visitors and prospective members are welcome. For information, contact any club member or Jackie Moyer, 302-703-2335 or [email protected].

Bocce: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 10 a.m. Billiards: Mondays, Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Book Club: First Monday, 1 p.m., clubhouse. Bridge: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Contact Cathy Schlossnagle if interested as a substitute or to add a new table. Chair Aerobics: With certified instructor, Cindy Beaver: Mondays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. $8 drop-in fee or $24 for 5 sessions. Dog Walking Group: Daily (except for heavy rain.) Meet 4 p.m. at corner of Bay Crossing Blvd. and Admiral Promenade. Water for all dogs will be provided. All walkers are welcome Mah-Jongg: Mondays, Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Ladies Monthly Movie Group: 3rd Thursday of the month. Movie name, place and time will be emailed to you; sign up at clubhouse. Call Ann Condra at 645-6166 for movie information.

Mexican Dominos: Monday, 1:30 p.m. Pickleball: Fridays, Sundays, 10:00 a.m. Tennis: On hiatus until spring. Walking Group: Monday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m. Meet around the large pond and walk 60-80 minutes. More walkers are welcome. Yoga: With certified instructor, Sue McCarthy: Mondays and Fridays, 9 a.m., $7 per session. The gentle yoga class is modified to the needs of participants. Zumba Gold: With certified instructor, Kathy Pfarr: Tuesdays, 9-10 a.m. $5 drop-in fee. Zumba Toning: With certified instructor, Kathy Pfarr: Thursdays, 9-10 a.m. $5 drop-in fee.

Community Calendar for NOVEMBER

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Bay Crossing Book Club by Becky Gansauer

The November meeting of the Bay Crossing Book Club will be on Monday, November 6th. Vicky Wittenberg will lead the discussion of Lab Girl by Hope Jahren. Following is a brief overview from the Delaware Libraries web site.

Lab Girl is a book about work, love, and the mountains that can be moved when those two things come together. It is told through Jahren's remarkable stories: about her childhood in rural Minnesota with an uncompromising mother and a father who encouraged hours of play in his classroom's labs; about how she found a sanctuary in science, and learned to perform lab work done "with both the heart and the hands"; and about the inevitable disappointments, but also the triumphs and exhilarating discoveries, of scientific work. Yet at the core of this book is the story of a relationship Jahren forged with a brilliant, wounded man named Bill, who becomes her lab partner and best friend. Their sometimes rogue adventures in science take them from the Midwest across the United States and back again, over the Atlantic to the ever-light skies of the North Pole and to tropical Hawaii, where she and her lab currently make their home. Jahren's probing look at plants, her astonishing tenacity of spirit, and her acute insights on nature enliven every page of this extraordinary book. Lab Girl opens your eyes to the beautiful, sophisticated mechanisms within every leaf, blade of grass, and flower petal. Here is an eloquent demonstration of what can happen when you find the stamina, passion, and sense of sacrifice needed to make a life out of what you truly love, as you discover along the way the person you were meant to be.

As always, we welcome all our neighbors to attend our monthly meetings, held the first Monday of the month, at 1:00 p.m. in the Clubhouse.

Right Up My Alley by Mike Inman

Not too much to report from the bowling endeavor on 9/4/17. It was Labor Day and we labored. Scores did not top the charts, but three of the four teams were within 19 pins of one another. In their way, though, was the only three person team, Barbara Grant, Doris Dietel and Jerry Suslak, who ran away with an 82 pin victory.

Jerry had the evening’s high game with a 163 and Doris helped the cause with a nice 137. The other half of the Dietel duo, Ken, edged his team into second place with a steady 157. Like they say, there is always next time! Best of all was seeing Deanna McCabe back after two

years on the injured list. She bowled well on August 14th and even better this time. Welcome back, Deanna!

Hurricane José was lurking off the coast on 9/18/17 but he blew in some better scores. The joint was jumpin’ since league play had started but we had

our own enclave off to the right at Millsboro Lanes. Fortunes ebbed back and forth but consistent scores won the day.

Dave Yabroudy was back with cool 172 and 170 scores, as his teammates, Linda McKay, Cathy Schlossnagle and Steve Carbone, chipped in with their own steady results and a team average over 128. My 199, high for the evening, wasn’t enough to derail the champs. Ginny Brennan had her best two-game total with a 120 and 115. Gene McCloskey strung together some strikes for a nice 180 while Jerry Suslak checked in with a 173. But John Marino stole the show, blasting past his best game with an impressive 151. Thanks, José!

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Architectural Review Committee by Reed Angster Questions Homeowners Ask

1. I am scheduled to have some construction done inside my home. Is the contractor allowed to place a sign in my front flower bed, advertising his company?

No signs, other than real estate signs or security signs, described below, are permitted on lots or common areas without the prior approval of the Architectural Review Committee.

a. Real Estate Signs – One real estate sign offering a property for sale may be displayed on a lot. Signs may only be placed in the front foundation bed, parallel to the home or in the mulch bed around a front yard tree, parallel to the home and must be removed within one (1) week following the sale of the home.

b. Security Signs – Two security signs, each not exceeding a total of one hundred (100) square inches, may be posted on the property. Only one such sign may be posed forward of the front plane of the home. The approval location shall be near or at the front door in front of the flower beds. A second sign may be posted in the rear yard.

c. Political signs – political signs may be posted in the front foundation bed or in a bed around a front yard tree. One sign is allowed per candidate or slate of candidates for public office. One sign advertising the support or defeat of any question submitted to voters may be posted Signs may be posted for a period of time, not to exceed thirty (30) days before and seven (7) days after the primary election, general election or vote on the proposition, or such longer or shorter period as may be specified by applicable Federal, State or local law. The Board may adopt any other or additional restriction with respect to such signage consistent with applicable Federal, State or local law (Architectural Standards, pages 15 and 16); (Declaration of Covenants, pages 13 & 14.)

2. Why do I have to get my neighbors’ signatures on the Design Review Application am submitting to the ARC for approval?

You are required to obtain the signatures of all homeowners whose lots are adjacent to yours to simply ensure that they have been made aware of the improvements you are proposing for your home or lot. It is also advisable that you obtain the signatures of the neighbors behind you if you are constructing something in your backyard. Your neighbors are not giving their “approval” by signing your application. They are simply acknowledging that they are aware of what you intend to do. If your neighbors have an objection to your proposed project, they can write a letter to Guardian Property Management explaining the objection. Also, please be aware that if you have trouble obtaining the actual signatures of your neighbors because they may only be part- time residents, you can have your neighbor email their awareness to you and you can attach it to your application.

3. Does the Architectural Review Committee have a list of contractors they would recommend to homeowners desiring to add improvements to their lot or home?

No, the ARC is not permitted to make recommendations. However, individual homeowners seeking a recommendation for a contractor should seek the opinion of other homeowners who have had a similar improvement done to their home or lot.

The Architectural Review Committee is scheduled to meet on Friday, November 3, 2017 in the multi-purpose room of the Bay Crossing Clubhouse if there is business to discuss. All homeowners are welcome to attend. If you are unable to attend an ARC meeting but have a question about a project you are planning, please email Reed Angster at [email protected] or call him at 302-644-7613.

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Safety & Security Committee Activity Report September 29, 2017

Recent Activities:

1. Handicapped parking at the clubhouse parking lot: The clubhouse parking lot has one designated handicapped parking space with an adjacent hatched area to permit van side door access for wheel chair unloading and loading. County, state and federal handicapped parking space regulations do not apply to our clubhouse parking, but general parking guidance is that for a parking lot the size of our clubhouse parking lot, we should have two handicapped parking spaces. The Safety and Security Committee proposes to take the parking space adjacent to the existing handicapped parking space [next to the bocce ball court] and add a second handicapped parking space on the other side of the hatched area associated with the existing handicapped parking space. We intend to have a cost estimate and recommendation for the November HOA Board meeting.

2. Street lights: Two of our Committee members surveyed all the Bay Crossing street lights to identify those that were not working properly and had Delmarva Power repair them. Anyone can obtain the street address and the light pole number from the base of the malfunctioning street light, and report the problem using the Delmarva Power WEB site. Or they can call Vicki Williamson at 302-519-4322 and she will enter the information into the WEB site.

3. Emergency access to clubhouse: If someone is not at the clubhouse to open the door for the responding fire department, the first responders would need to break through a door to gain access. The alternative is to provide the fire department access to a front door key. The local fire department uses the “Knox Box” Master Key approach. A home version of a "Knox Box" [4.2 in. high x 2.4 in. wide by 2.1 in. deep] that would contain a clubhouse front door key could be installed at the clubhouse front door on the doorframe for about $200. A stronger commercial version [4 in. high x 5 in. wide x 3 in. deep] would cost about $350. Access to the “Knox Box” would be controlled by the fire department using their "Knox Box" master key. Currently, Delaware State Police and local ambulance personnel are not participating in this "Knox Box" master key approach. The “Knox Box” has a tamper switch that could be wired into the clubhouse alarm system at an additional expense. But since our alarm system only provides a sound alarm at the clubhouse, it would not notify anyone that someone was tampering with the “Knox Box”.

RECOMMENDATION: The Safety and Security Committee recommends that 1.) the HOA Board authorize spending up to $250 to procure and install the home version of the "Knox Box" onto the front door frame, and 2.) it not be wired into the clubhouse alarm system.

4. Use of Bay Crossing by non-residents to walk their dogs: The gentleman from the Villas at the entrance to Bay Crossing continues to walk his dog through Bay Crossing and he does not clean up after his dog. He has been approached multiple times over the past six months by at least three different people and told that is private property, but the individual becomes belligerent and says we cannot stop him from walking his dog on our sidewalks. We have photographic evidence of his presence as well as clubhouse video of one confrontation. There are others from the villas that walk their dogs though Bay Crossing, but they have not been as defiant and most clean up after their dogs.

RECOMMENDATION: Someone from the HOA Board or from the Safety and Security Committee contact the President of the Villas HOA to identify the name and address of this gentleman and determine if the Villas Board wants to address this problem or if we should file a trespassing charge against the gentleman.

5. Disaster preparedness: The hurricanes and other storms we are encountering remind us that Bay Crossing residents are vulnerable to the disasters others are now facing. The Safety and Security Committee recommends to the Bay Crossing Facilities Committee and the HOA Board that the clubhouse be equipped with an emergency power generator so that residents would have a place of refuge if we lose power for an extended period. We could come to the clubhouse to cool, recharge our cell phones, and receive radio and possibly television news.

6. Smart driver class: Safety and Security Committee plans to schedule an AARP “Smart Driver Class” for 2018. It would be held here at the Bay Crossing clubhouse.

Report submitted by Jim Ransom

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Men’s Golf by Reed Angster

September was a busy month for the members of the Bay Crossing Men’s Golf Club. Collectively, the members completed a total of 124 rounds of golf during the month. The low round during the month, a 72, was shot by Peter Strub. Other golfers having excellent rounds included Reed Angster and Steve Bellwood, who both had an 89; Rich Masi and Brian Sheehy with an 88; Mike Woodruff, an 87; Frank Storey and Dave Yabroudy with 85’s; Steve

Brittingham, Darryl McCabe, and Jim Mohney, all shooting an 84; Mike Moore and Skip Mowll shot an 83 and Don Perrelli finished a round with an 82.

Congratulations to Darryl McCabe for his “eagle” on September 5th, when he put the ball in the hole in 2 shots on the 230-yard, par 4, third hole. His drive from the tee box landed 60 yards from the green. Using a wedge, Darryl put the ball in the hole on his second shot!

September was also the month we held our annual tournament at the Rookery South Golf Course. The 2017 co-champions are Skip Mowll and Peter Strub. Skip and Peter tied for the title of Net Score Champion with a score of 62, including their handicap. Peter Strub, for the sixth year in a row, is our Gross Score Champion, shooting a 72, only one stroke over par for the Rookery South Course.

Other golfers recognized for their achievements during the tournament include:

Second Place Net Score – Dave Yabroudy (64)

Second Place Gross Score – Curt Matthews (82)

Third Place Net Score – Joe Greyson (65); Wil Raivel (65); Rich Masi(65)

Third Place Gross Score – Skip Mowll (83)

Longest Drive – Mike Moore

Straightest Drive – Peter Strub

Closest to the Pin (Hole 9) – Nino Calabro

Closest to the Pin (Hole 15) – Skip Mowll

Closest to the Pin (Hole 17) Skip Mowll

The most improved golfers during the 2017 golfing season were Mike Woodruff and Jim Mohney. Both men were able to lower their handicap scores by three strokes during the previous 12 months.

The membership would like to welcome a new member to the club. Rick Spencer recently moved into Bay Crossing with his wife Susan. They reside at 34897 Bay Crossing Blvd.

One final announcement. The date for our 2018 tournament and awards dinner will be Tuesday, September 25th. Members should mark their calendars. Continued on P 13

Bocce by Reed Angster As the weather cools down, the bocce court will be available for play as long as the surface of the court is firm. The cooler temperatures and the lack of a hot sun may result in a longer drying out period before play can take place. Please check the firmness of the court before stepping on the surface,

The bocce balls are located in the equipment closet located in the exercise room to the right of the entrance doors. The bag of bocce balls is on the floor of the closet.

When you go over to the clubhouse to play bocce, please remember, when throwing the bocce ball, to release it as close to the surface as you can to avoid putting divots in the surface of the court. We want to keep the surface as smooth as possible so that the balls roll straight to their intended target.

During the fall season, as long as the weather remains pleasant there are players that meet on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings beginning at 10 a.m. We are hoping that other homeowners and their guests will have an interest in playing bocce and join us on any of the days we are there enjoying the game. Of course the court is available any time you may want to play.

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Golf Continued from P12

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Golf Continued from P13

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Fall Festival Potluck

Friday, October 20, 2017

5:30 to 8:00

Karaoke with DJ Bill Lyons

Join your friends and neighbors for a fall festival potluck dinner.

Bring a dish to share and BYOB.

For planning purposes, please use

sign up sheet in clubhouse.

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LONGWOOD GARDENS TRIPNOVEMBER 28th

The Bay Crossing Travel Club is sponsoring an afternoon/evening trip to Longwood Gardens, on Tuesday , November 28th, to view the Christmas lights and displays. We are planning on carpooling up to the Gardens. We would be leaving here at 2 p.m. for arrival at the Gardens for our 4 p.m. reservation/time slot. The Gardens stay open until 10 p.m.

The group rate (15 or more) for seniors is $17 per person.

There is dining available at the restaurant (dinner : approximately $50), where reservations are suggested and you can do these yourselves by calling Longwood Gardens or going to their website.

There is also a café (dinner : $15- $ 25) that does not require reservations. The restaurant is open until 7:30 p.m. and the café until 8 p.m., so if we stay for dinner we would be getting back to Bay Crossing about 9:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Anyone who is interested in going on this trip should contact Paula Thetford (301-806-7908) or email ( [email protected] ) . If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to ask.

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Day in New York CityBack by request the BC Travel Club is sponsoring a day in New York City on Wednesday, December 6. Choose how you want to spend the day -- do your Christmas shopping, view the seasonal store displays, catch a matinee, hit a museum, have dinner. And best of all, back in your own bed that night.

We will depart at 7:30 a.m. from the Bay Crossing Clubhouse via a 56 passenger, bathroom-equipped bus which will drop us in the heart of the theater district at 11:30-12:00. Return will be at 6:30 from New York with an approximate arrival time in Bay Crossing of 11 p.m. The bus will make brief rest stops en route as appropriate.

Cost, including driver tip, is $56 per person. Checks should be payable to the BC Travel Club.

This trip is open to all Bay Crossing residents, their families and friends. Contact Jackie Moyer (302-703-2335; [email protected]) for additional details, to sign up, or to make a payment.

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Holiday GalaDecember 9, 2017

Mark your calendar to join your friends and neighbors for our annual holiday gala.

Dine this year at the Lewes Yacht Club and dance the night away to the music of Sol Knopf.

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Cruise Alert!

Bay Crossing Travel Club presents a nine night cruise out of Baltimore on Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas. 

Departs May 24, 2018 and sails  to Bermuda, Nassau & Coco Bay ( Beach Island). 

Price for ocean view room starts at $2 , 258/double.

More information to follow.