Newsletter 6 November
Important Dates
Art in the Outdoors:
Wednesday 20th November
Guest speaker Lee Emery (from the NGV) will present on a range of outdoor art in Boroondara. ( For more details please refer to the BASScare newsletter).
Ladies’ Day (Oaks Day) Afternoon Tea 2.00pm Thursday 7th November: Ladies (and Gentlemen) don your finest chapeaux and join us for a glass of bubbles and a little light refreshment.
Upcoming Monthly Dinner Dates: 27th November
Christmas Dates:
Hester Christmas Luncheon Friday 13th December
Hester Christmas Drinks Thursday 19th of December.
Housekeeping Notices
Maintenance Work
Please note that essential work will be underway at Hester Canterbury from 8.30am Wednesday 13th November through until late afternoon Friday 15th November. Certain areas will be blocked off from public egress while the work is being done as well as when completed; it is essential these areas are undisturbed. Please excuse any inconvenience this may cause. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.
Hester Jigsaw
Residents may remember May 2016 when Elizabeth Pittman provided Hester residents with the first community jigsaw. John, Elaine and Val wish to thank all who have provided the jigsaws which have kept us busy with so many hours of challenges and enjoyment. We acknowledge the assistance/encouragement of other residents/visitors who to join us. “The Laughing Cavalier” was started Monday the 4th of November and it is the 100th one for Hester. (Valerie White).
Parking In the Driveway
In an effort to preserve the slate tiles at the entrance of Hester Canterbury. Please do NOT park any vehicles on the driveway by the manager’s office window. “No Parking” signage is now up in this area. This request does not have any bearing on people being dropped off and picked up in this area, although we do request wherever possible that vehicles stay on the actual driveway.
MUSIC ALWAYS with Hetty Kate
A FREE music concert jointly presented by BASScare and Melbourne Recital Centre
Tuesday 12th of November, 2 pm
Canterbury Centre, 2 Rochester Rd, Canterbury
Limited Places. Secure your spot today!
There will be a sumptous three-course lunch served prior to the concert for $12 from 12.30pm-1.45pm)
Bookings/enquiries: 9880 4709 or socialsupport@basscare.org.au
MOVIE MATINEE
Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)
Thursday 14th November, 2.00pm
Director: Blake Edwards
Stars: Audrey Hepburn, George Peppard
A young New York socialite becomes interested in a young man who has moved into her apartment building but her past threatens to get in the way (with captions).
Ladies’ Day (Oaks Day) Afternoon Tea
Thursday 7th of November, 2 pm onwards.
Please don your chapeau and join us for a glass of bubbly
and afternoon tea. $12.00 a head.
The sign up sheet is now available at reception
Resident Contribution…
A few more unusual interpretations:
Varicose – nearby
Varicose Vein – nearby and conceited as well
Nitrates – cheaper than day rates
Rectum – took apart violently
Pelvis – the father of Elvis
Impotent – distinguished, well known
Week three of the new Spring Menu starts on Monday 11th November. Please place any orders by Thursday lunchtime.
Bon Appetit!
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Hester Newsletter 6 November 2019