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The weather threaten to give this event a close call but the sun shone through and it became a dog and cat day afterall. … and some ferrets too! All through the hours of our ‘Spring into Action with the Pike County Humane Society’ event, individuals and family members stopped by paying the animals a visit and making donations as well. Our boxes over flowed with donations of goods from pet cages to soft goods. Several vehicles were used to take the goods back to there location. Some of the items were in such great condition. They will use these for the PCHS’s Upcoming Tricky Tray event.

There were several notable opportunities where adults came in, took pixs of the various animals and then went back home, etc. to do the show-n-tell. One parent in particular did this and actually came back with his son and they adopted a young cat. You can view the happy pet owner in the gallery pictures of this event.

Another adoption was a husband who came in, went straight to a doggie cage, stood there game planning as his wife walked in moments later. He surprised her with a dog for her and she was soooo delighted.(see this photo opt in the gallery section)  Also you will see her with the other Woodland Recreation Volunteers as she is holding her new pet discussing the new addition to the family.

Allow me to introduce to you our youngest Woodland Recreation Committee member. Her name is Laura Cassaro. (seen in a photo with her sister Katie) Laura and her sister were great at getting the other kids interest in making the dog and cat stuff sock toys.
Laura’s presence there as a young volunteer created an interest for parents whose kids are earning points in Volunteerism to get involve as well. Now there’s a thought and believe me, there is always a need for an extra pair of hands!

The dog and cat stuff sock toys were also a donation to the Humane Society for the animals to play with and they were a big hit noted by the PCHS staff. As the kids came in with their parents, they had the opportunity to make a stuff toy as their donation and one for their pet at home. Additionally, with materials left over from the toy making activity, the PCHS staff would like for us to send them more of these toys as we do them so this will be an on-going activity. Who knew this would mushroom into an regular occurrence!

Now another interesting moment of this event was when this woman walked in with a bag of donations and a dog on a lease. At first glance, one would have wondered why was she bringing a dog to this event. Well as it turns out, she had adopted her Pug at the Milford Music Festival last year and wanted to stop by and show Barry (PCHS staff executive) her success story one year later. Her name is Beryl York who lives in the Woodlands and her Pug’s name is Dozer which was his previous name that she kept.

So all in all, it was a success and well enjoyed by EVERYONE. This event was appreciated from so many angles by people who showed up throughout the day. It clearly was not just another Humane Society event – by all who were there, it was a ‘Hallmark moment of heart filled joy for the animals, shared pet-owner stories with appreciation that even though all animals did not go home with a new owner, surely through all the attention, they felt the love to be hopeful.

We ‘Sprung into Action with Your Interest and Love for the Animals’.
… always remember – No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog or cat makes you rich.

Thanks to everyone for coming out,
The Recreation Committee

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Spring into Action with Pike County Humane Society

On April 2, 2011, the Poconos Woodland Lakes Property Owners Association will join in as many others have in helping to fund The Pike County Humane Society. We are sponsoring a , “Spring into Action with Pike County Humane Society” event at the Woodlands Clubhouse from 11am to 2pm. PCHS is not a State or Federal agency.

Though a small allowance is budgeted by Pike County every year, its equivalence is less than one weeks worth of its operations cost. This is why throughout the Pike County area every year there is a constant presence of private donators and fundraisers. We are joining in to be a very important part of this solution as well by helping the animals live a happier, healthier and longer life.

Here’s what we have planned for this wonderful event;
Barry Helm of PCHS will bring the animals for the kids to see and pet along with possible adoption. This event is open to the public as we reach out to all friends and supporters for this event. Meet wonderful animals who are available for adoption and chat with Mr. Helm’s about the animals behavior, adoption and shelter.
The fun continues with the magical wonders of Magician Tom Noreika of the Woodlands. … and it doesn’t stop there. With imagination, we will be creating toys filled with catnip and doggie treats for the animals to have and play with. Making stuff toys are a perfect craft for kids to make for they require the simplest of materials.

The concept is “Stuff Toys out of Lonesome Socks”. Gather those lonesome socks whose mate mysteriously disappeared while bathing in the laundry machine. The kids will bring those lonesome socks back to life as their imagination gives a sock new personality.
Spring cleaning will help tremendously when you think of what to do with old pillows, clean towels, old blankets and lonesome socks – “Bring them to this event!” Boxes will be set up at the Woodlands Clubhouse for all donations. We welcome the following donations; catnip, un-open dog & cat food, un-open dog & cat treats, new litter boxes, bleach, toys, grooming items, paper towels, old pillows, clean towels, old blankets, lonesome socks and any other pet item you can think of.

Refreshments will be available throughout the day as well. Buy a chips and drink for a dollar. This fee as well as ALL other donations will go to The Pike County Humane Society.

Become a Friend and Supporter, join us: Spring into Action with Pike County Humane Society
April 2, 2011 • 11am – 2pm
Poconos Woodlands Clubhouse
141 Marigold, Lane
Milford, PA

See ‘ya there,
The Recreation Committee

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The Fever was running Hot at the Woodlands Club House

Up to this point, I have been saying “Party over Here” and indeed this was the case in the Woodlands Saturday nite at the Clubhouse. Another crowd pleaser it was, for lots of fun was had by all. Never a dull moment as DJ Terry of DJ Productions kept the dance floor going with our favorite songs as well as a few of her own.
It didn’t matter who you danced with, just dancing and having a good time up to the eve of the hour was just perfect. Whether you danced or not, the smiles on people’s faces expressed such delight. … and to think, you didn’t have to travel far for it either!

Who knew, the Clubhouse had its own Disco Ball twinkling as we line danced the heels off of our shoes! A great evening for friends and neighbors to socialized.

I would like to take this opportunity as well to mention additional Upcoming Events
sponsored by The Recreation Committee of PWLOA:

Spring into Action with the Pike County Humane Society – April 2, 2011
Open-Mic Nite
Fishing Contest
Family Day Splash Party
Summer and Fall Flea Market
Follow us on The Woodlands Blog for more up to date news regarding these upcoming events.

Our ‘dancing fever’ pictures can be seen on the gallery section of this website.

Thanks to everyone for coming out,
The Recreation Committee

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Long freezing winters can keep people stuck in their homes feeling no end in sight for those warm sunny days. … Well not quite true here in the Poconos Woodlands. The Recreation Committee here in the Woodlands is giving you a chance to get out from under the covers and join us for a fun felt evening of dance.

Keep yourself entertained  with some of the latest and greatest tunes we all love to sing and dance to by DJ Productions of the Milford area. First and foremost, its a twenty-one and older dance party for we love to have fun too!

The Entertainers of this function bring with them a broad collection of music and fun party favors and also may I mention for you’ Line Dancing Pros’, they promise to give you the opportunity to strut your stuff on the dance floor for that ‘follow -along moment’.

This is an affair that’s not just for your neighbor, but we have open this up to the public as well. You and your guests can invite your friends, relatives and whoever is up visiting for the weekend for a small token of $10.00 each. Mark this date on your calendar, better yet, place this affair on your refrigerator door as the next BEST thing to do. … Consider it your holiday to get foot loose and fancy free! March 12, 2011 from 7pm – 11pm.

Refreshments will be served which will include sandwiches, salads, sodas, snacks, etc.

Feel free to call the Woodlands office from Tuesday thru Saturday 9am to 3pm at 570-296-8511 for your tickets.

There is no RSVP, space is limited and tickets are going fast, so be the first to get your tickets soon. The prime spot is The Poconos Woodlands Community Clubhouse located at  141 Marigold Lane, Milford, PA.

Help make this event SPECTACULAR, as we dance the night away. … PARTY OVER HERE!!!

Proud event presented by,
The Recreation Committee

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I’m now retiring for the evening, caught the tail end of a program and it goes straight to a commercial. The scene was in a huge atrium of a building and a little boy is seen walking over to this statuesque figure. He tugs on the corner of the jacket trying to get attention saying, “I heard you know Santa Claus and I got to get this letter to him”. To no avail, the little boy was persistent as his tiny voice echoes against the walls of this building. The little boy repeats himself, oh, but in the meantime, the camera moves up to the face of a Marine, still and motionless.

The camera moves back down to the hand of this Marine as he mechanically opens his white gloved hand and quicky the little boy dropped his tiny folded up note in it and dashed away. This was the “Perfect” to a wonderful evening at the Woodlands Toys for Tots event. Kids were everywhere and so were the Parents too! The scene was very festive from corner to corner of the large Clubhouse room and as the evening progress, more parents with kids were coming.
Our very own Magician Tom Noreika was entertaining the kids while in the background we were serenaded with Christmas carols sung by Walter Edwards on guitar. You could feel the buzz in the air as we waited for Santa Claus to make his appearance. And when he did, the party was like it started all over again. And yes, we Adults joined in too, for it was picture taking time and we are all kids at heart when it comes to jolly ‘ole Saint Nick!

The festive setting was all through the decorative hands of Sandy Lannon another Woodlands neighbor for when it comes to events, Sandy is our go-to Decorator.

Tina Spencer of the Marine Corps League, Gung Ho Detachment was present and very grateful for the turnout of the huge box full of gifts for the kids and teens. She explained a little bit about the process of disbursing the gifts. Each year a location here in the Milford area is chosen. The families are provided through the Pike County Human Development in Milford. Toys are placed on display by category and age group for the families to choose from. There is also an opportunity to give recycle toys to the Toys for Tots event as well.
Tina also spoke of future events for 2011 such as the “Relay for Life” event held the first weekend of June. It is an event that celebrates Cancer Survivors. The track race is during the day and as the evening sets in, The Luminaires Ceremony of lighting candles around the track in honor of a Survivor is done. There is also a dinner held as well. You will here more about this event as time gets closer from the Recreation Committee and how The Woodlands may possibly get involve.

To the Nanny, Grandparents, and Parents thanks for bringing the kids out and donating the toys for what has turned out to be a remembrance time at the clubhouse. We reached out to the Woodlands to join in our efforts for the Toys for Tots program and YOU delivered.

There was a moment, when I thought someone bought their iPod there to keep the music going and no that was not the case. Elliott, the Vice President of the Woodlands Board was over off to the side playing his guitar keeping the mood of the evening going.

For any of the families that were in attendance, we would love to hear from you regarding this event and Yes, to the little one’s and not so little ones, you too are invited to share your comments on this event. Let me know if you got to see the Toys for Tots commercial, I haven’t seen it since, “was I dreaming?”

Happy Holidays,

The Recreation Committee/LT

P.S.
See more Photos of this event in the Photo Galley section of The Woodlander website.

A Jolly Good Time had by All

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Good Day Folks,

Just a quick note to let you know our December 11Th Christmas Event for Toys for Tots/Teens was a huge success.  A commercial bin donated by Jim Mahon Moving was overflowing with new toys for the children of Pike County.  Santa came to visit and all the children’s faces were full of excitement!

A huge Thanks to a Geri Dayko, Recreation Chairwoman and her team of ladies behind the scenes whom without them wouldn’t have taken place.

An extra special Thanks to Tom Noreika our local Magician, Walt Edwards who sang Christmas Carols and Elliot Kanevsky who supplied Holidays Tunes.

Our volunteer photographer/PR person LT who designed our fliers and is in the process of getting pictures and interviews onto our Wonderful Website, a BIG THANKS!

And last but not least Thank You to our wonderful decorator Sandy Lannon, she always does a beautiful job in our clubhouse.

If you were their I hope you enjoyed it, and if you didn’t make it, hopefully we will see you at our next event!

Merry Christmas,
Dawn-Anne Fugger

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