October 3
Terry Collins Singing
October 6
October Newsletter 2016
Ron Lighty, Ventriloquist
October 7
Trip to Brain Games
FUNtastic Friday—International Day
October 9
Motown Cloggers
October 10
Sandy Bethke with Assorted Aprons
Music by Kathy Bunch
October 11
Trip to Morristown Library
Lunch for Heroes
Display of Talents
October 12
Library Open House
Voting for Presidential Election
Hello Residents,
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October has arrived! It’s that time of the year when we enjoy JR’s
Tommy White Singing
October 14
famous sunshine rides. Everyone needs to get out and enjoy the beau-
Tea Party
tiful colors and temperatures this month. October is known for so
October 16
many wonderful events. We have fall festivals all around the Hamblen
Pastor Appreciation Social w/Ice
Cream Sundaes
October 18
Sandy & Ezekiel w/Elephant Jokes
County area with loads of activities for everyone to enjoy.
October’s national days consist of Homemade Cookie Day, Ghost
October 19
Hunting Day, Name Your Car Day, National Taco Day, National Pump-
Trip to Cades Cove
kin Seed Day, Do Something Nice Day, National Mad Hatter Day,
October 20
National Fluffernutter Day, National Chess Day, National Angel Food
Favorite Strings Performance
October 23
FUMC Children’s Costume Parade
October 24
Cake Day, National Coming Out Day, National Free Thought Day,
National Stop Bulling Day, National Train Your Brain Day, National
Dessert Day, Be Bald And Be Free Day, National Cheese Curd Day, Na-
Pea Pickin’ Hearts Singing
tional “I Love Lucy” Day, Department Store Day, National Pasta Day,
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National Chocolate Cupcake Day, National Cheesecake Pumpkin Day,
Waffle Brunch
National Nut Day, National Bologna Day and United Nations Day. This
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is just a small amount of the national days in October. I can personally
White Pine Rhythm Band
October 28
Jack Lawless & Rebecca Mae Singing
October 31
Halloween Party
Trick or Treat
relate to a lot of these wonderful items and things because they have
brought a lot of happiness to me in years past and present. My wish for
you is that you are able to take a little time in October and enjoy life.
Trudy Darnell,
Executive Director
Regency Retirement Village of Morristown
Recent Events
FUNtastic Friday—Pirate Day: Friday, September 2
Picnic at Douglas Dam: Wednesday, September 14
ARGH, me maties! The pirate talk was flowing for September’s FUNtastic Friday. The Parlor was full of resi-
What a beautiful day for a picnic! The weather was almost perfect for our Picnic at Douglas Dam. The
dents who looked, talked and acted like pirates. Mr. Gene won the prize for “best pirate costume”—he grew his
scenery was absolutely breathtaking. We feasted on KFC chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans,
beard for 3 weeks to pull off the look! Cleon won the “talk like a pirate contest,” although several did a really
coleslaw, biscuits, and cake. Several residents walked around the park area to take in the gorgeous view.
great impression. ED, Trudy Darnell—also known as Captain Hook this day—helped us play hook the ring. We
Make plans to join us next year—we’re sure this will become an annual trip.
shared delicious snacks and Shark Water. It was a fun day! We look forward to International Day next month.
Men’s Fishing Trip: Wednesday, September 7
Bluegrass & BBQ Festival: Thursday, September 15
The men had a wonderful day fishing on Douglas Lake. The weather was great, the water was calm & the
Pickin’ & Grinnin’—those are two words we would certainly use for the Bluegrass and BBQ Festival we had
fish were biting! We ended up catching a total of 9 fish. Whether any fish were caught or not, we still would
during National Assisted Living Week. We had some great pickin’ from The Smokey Mountain Express
have had a great time. It was very relaxing sitting in the boat out on the beautiful lake. We had a picnic
Band (based in Johnson City, TN) and local favorite, The Lost Creek Band. Also on hand was The Gigglin’
lunch of sandwiches, chips, cookies, and drinks. We will look forward to our next trip out on the lake. Who
Pig with some mouth-watering, delicious BBQ. Hands were clapping, toes were tappin’ and everyone was
knows, maybe we will catch 20 next time!
definitely grinnin’ by the end of the evening. We look forward to next year’s National Assisted Living Week.
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Upcoming Events
Friday, October 7 at 10:30am
Tennessee Senior Brain Games
If you like trivia, this event is for you! We will travel the short distance to First United Methodist Church to
witness the annual Tennessee Senior Brain Games. A free, healthy buffet lunch will be served. The Exec-
Sunday, October 16 at 2pm
Pastor Appreciation Social
Wednesday, October 19 at 10am
Trip to Cades Cove
How blessed we are at Regency to have Pastor Fred
A fall favorite! We will travel to Pigeon Forge for
Lehrer & his wife, Joann! We truly cannot express
lunch, then continue on to Cades Cove to drive the
our gratitude for all they have done and continue
loop & hopefully see some beautiful fall foliage and
to do. They are always so thoughtful and kind. We
maybe even a wild animal or two. This trip will fill
have set aside this day to celebrate them and try to
up quickly. Please sign up in the Green Book locat-
express how much they mean to us. Pastor Fred’s
ed outside the Coffee Shop if you are interested in
favorite treat is ice cream, so come celebrate with
going.
some delicious sundaes in the Parlor.
utive Director of the TN Commission of Aging & Disability will give a welcome to everyone, then we will
watch as 4 teams battle to see who will be the 2016 Champions. The reigning champions are from Morristown! They are to defend their title against teams from West, Middle and East TN. Can they continue their
winning streak? Let’s go find out! Who knows, we may learn something in the process.
Tuesday, October 11 at 6pm
Display of Talents
Wednesday, October 12 at 1-4pm
Voting for Presidential Election
This is a time where you can display things you
Every four years, this great nation has the honor of
have made—past or present. Whether it is a paint-
voting for their Commander in Chief. It is a great
ing you have done, a quilt you have made, carvings
responsibility and privilege we should not take
or drawings you have done. Whatever the talent
lightly. The Election Commission will be here on
may be, we would love to see it! Of course, if your
Wednesday, October 12th from 1pm to 4pm to allow
talent is a performing one—you are most welcome
you the opportunity to exercise your right to vote.
to do that too. Please let Valerie know if you are in-
There are also local and state offices you will be able
terested in participating & if you need any help.
to vote for.
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Monday, October 31
Trick or Treat
A Note From:
Marion the Librarian
Come see some adorable children in their Hallow-
Books. Books! BOOKS!! Everywhere! The Library
een costumes. At 6 pm, we will give an opportunity
has been beautifully remodeled. We have added 2
for children to Trick or Treat in our Parlor area.
shelving units in the 1st floor East Sitting Area. We
Many staff members bring their children by, as well
have also added 2 shelving units in the 2nd floor
as residents’ grandchildren, etc. Please do not allow
sitting area beside the Dining Room. New shelve
children to trick or treat door to door. The only
units, new carpet, etc. are available in the Library.
opportunity we offer to trick or treat is in the Parlor.
There will be a reception in the Library to celebrate
Regency will provide some candy, but you are wel-
the renovation on Wednesday, October 12th at 1:00
come to bring your own if you would like to.
pm. See you there!
Save
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Community Spotlight
Just for Fun
Word Find
Russell Reedy
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He loves the people, both the residents & staff! Russell likes to play bingo and likes to exercise, especially
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Halloween Fun Facts
Ireland is typically believed to be the birthplace of Halloween.
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The word “witch” comes from the Old English wicce, meaning “wise woman.”
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According to Irish legend, Jack O’Lanterns are named after a stingy man named Jack who, because he tricked
the devil several times, was forbidden entrance into both heaven and hell. He was condemned to wander the
Earth, waving his lantern to lead people away from their paths.
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4. Pirates use this on their flag.
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Residents
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The largest pumpkin ever measured was grown by Norm Craven, who broke the world record in 1993 with a 836
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2. Monument found in a graveyard.
5. Favorite food of zombies.
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6. Neither dead nor alive.
7. A house with a ghost is ___________.
Regency Retirement Village of Morristown
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Thank You,
for your outstanding service & care!
Employee of the Year
Employee of the Month
J.R. Bewley
Chrissy Rush
J.R. has been with Regency
Chrissy has worked with
for almost 10 years as our
Regency as a LPN since July
transportation specialist.
2014. She mostly works
The residents absolutely
in Memory Care and is
love J.R.! He is very atten-
described as a workhorse.
tive and conscientious
She works whenever, wher-
about their feelings and
ever needed. She helps
challenges. He goes above and beyond his job
others anytime she can and is always smiling. She
duties on a regular basis. The Regency staff also
offers excellent care for her residents. Her co-work-
loves J.R. His co-workers describe him as a hard
ers also love to work with her. She is an exceptional
worker, loyal, dependable, with a great work ethic
employee and we are blessed to have her on the
& attitude — just overall an excellent employee!
Regency team. Thank you, Chrissy, for making
Regency a wonderful place for our residents!
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