The Bulletin - Taylor Community
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The Bulletin - Taylor Community
The Bulletin Volume 127 July 19 to August 1, 2015 A Special Event for Taylor Residents: Taylor Community 2015 Music Series New Hampshire Music Festival Brass Quintet Sunday, August 2 at 3:00 p.m. An Inside and Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Playhouse Studio Hosted by The Winnipesaukee Playhouse’s Education Director, Timothy L’Ecuyer July 22 at 2:00 p.m., Woodside Residents and their guests are cordially invited for a question-and-answer session with the professional actors from The Winnipesaukee Playhouse. Actors will give you insight into their lives as professional actors and their roles at The Winnipesaukee Playhouse this summer. A glimpse into the audition process will be included. Please RSVP at 524-5600. Taylor Community’s New Reflective Garden Nears Completion Jason Bergman, Trumpet Keith Johnson, Trumpet Nina Allen Miller, French Horn David Loucky, Trombone Takatsugu Hagiwara, Tuba The New Hampshire Music Festival (NHMF) Brass Quintet is made up of members of the NHMF summer orchestra. Recently the quintet has performed for the Rockywold-Deephaven Camp, Town Center in Waterville Valley, The Italian Farmhouse, The Hooksett Rest Area Visitors’ Center on I-93, and Plymouth 250, the 250th anniversary of the founding of Plymouth, NH. Taylor’s Music Series performances are free and open to the public with no reservations required. This performance is generously sponsored by Taylor Resident Florence Merrill. Next Independent Residents’ Barbecue: August 2 @ Noon under the new tent at Woodside. Belknap Landscape finishes the planting as Taylor staff adds irrigation lines, and things are coming along nicely! (More on Pages 2 and 3) See you there! Page 2 Enhanced Lifeline Updates Taylor Community Resident Forum 2015-2016: Ledges: Peg Petrie Ken Haley Larry Guild Gini Wakeman Denise Stringfellow Ledgeview: Barbara Miles James Malnati Woodside: Bev Martin Ellie Francis Jean Pearson Pembroke: Ralph Kemper Taylor Home: Terry Peters Reflective Garden Update Construction of the Reflective Garden is right on schedule and will be completed by July 20. We hope you will have opportunity soon to visit us at Taylor Home and see for yourself this wonderful new addition to our campus. We’d told you a short while ago we’d let you know more about memorial gift opportunities, including details regarding the engraving of the garden’s paving stones with personal messages of reflection. There will be two sizes of pavers from which to choose, one 7-3/4” X 11-3/4” with 3 lines of text for a $400 donation, and the other 7-3/4” X 15-3/4” with 4 lines of text for a $750 donation. The sizing of text and number of character spaces available is currently being decided and will be provided to you soon. As you know, the Garden is to be paid for entirely with memorial donations. A former resident’s family initiated the project with a substantial gift, but more donations are needed. We hope you will consider this as you visit our beautiful new garden, and thank you in advance for your support. Please contact Maureen Ballester at 366-1236 for more information. Welcome New Staff Philips Lifeline technology has enhancements, including GPS tracking Lifeline systems, ready and on the market! There has been a lot of anticipation and many questions as we’ve been anxiously awaiting this newest technology. Please join Diane Poh on Thursday, July 23 at 1:00 p.m. in the Elm Room at Woodside to learn more about the latest updates to the Lifeline Program. Back Bay residents, please join Diane at 66 Taylor Drive, Wolfeboro, on July 28 at 10:00 a.m. to learn about these updates. Please RSVP at 366-1203. SAFETY NOTE: It’s warmer weather, and many folks are out walking. Please remember these safety tips: 1. Always back into parking spots instead of driving into them. This improves safety when “leaving” your spot. 2. As a pedestrian, always use sidewalks or walking lanes. 3. If you are crossing a parking lot, please leave your vehicle and walk directly to the sidewalk. Do not walk behind parked cars. 4. Remember our speed limit on roadways is 19 miles per hour. This is TOO fast for Parking Lots. 5. If you cannot see all around your vehicle ̶ do not put your car in gear and move it! Reposition so all angles are clearly viewed, and without obstruction. Woodside Store News Residents Ted and Chris Faller have graciously agreed to take over management of the Woodside Store. Derrick Mitchell joins us as Maintenance Supervisor. From New York, Derrick attended NYU where he earned a degree in Engineering. His work experience includes managing the first pain hospital in the United States, safety officer, engineering and housekeeping. Derrick loves to fish, and he and his wife, who plays the accordion, enjoy yard sales. The Store Committee with be meeting with Ted and Chris to introduce them to the members and their respective roles as well as familiarize them with the whole process for ordering, stocking and maintaining store items. The Committee asks for your patience and understanding during this transition period. Welcome to Taylor Community! Thank You! Page 3 Grand Opera Houses of Laconia Exhibit On Display at Laconia Public Library These community gathering spots were used for everything from vaudeville and variety show to graduations, weddings and town meetings. Laconia was fortunate to have several of these architecturally beautiful locations. This exhibit shares the history of these important community locations through pictures and artifacts ̶ big and small… Those featured include The Moulton Opera House, The Lakeport Opera House, The Gardens Theater, The Colonial Theater, The Folsom Opera House and Casino Auditorium. The Grand Theater Drapes that originally hung in the Moulton and Lakeport Opera Houses sit in the exhibit hall facing each other… a rare opportunity to see both of these spectacular pieces of history. This exhibit is free and open to the public, so please call Dial-A-Ride Monday ̶ Friday between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. if you would like a ride to view this wonderful exhibit. If Laconia Historical Society Executive Director Brenda Kean knows in advance that anyone from Taylor Community is coming, she will gladly give you a tour of the exhibit. Brenda can be reached Monday ̶ Friday at 527-1278 or 520-9946. Elaine Morrison and Dick Smith of Lakes Region Disabled Sports (LRDS) provided an interesting presentation for residents at Woodside July 8. For more information about LRDS call 737-4365. Coffee with the Chief Wed., Aug. 5 at 11:00 a.m., Woodside Enjoy coffee and conversation with Laconia Police Chief Chris Adams, pictured above with his sons. Work progresses on the Reflective Garden at Taylor Home. Page 4 TRIPS FLIER – AUGUST 2015 UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, SIGN-UP CAN BEGIN TUESDAY, August 4 To sign up for trips call 366-1234. Please note: There is a $10 fee charged for cancellations within 72 hours of the trip. Non–residents pay a $10 fee for going on Taylor Community trips. The trips have descriptors – Easy, Moderate, and Independent – indicating the degree of mobility [walking, standing, stepping, etc.] required in order to safely participate and enjoy the trip. If a trip requires pre-paid tickets or entry fees, you cannot be reimbursed if you cancel from the trip OR if Taylor needs to cancel the trip due to weather conditions that make driving unsafe. Please Note: All pick-up times are an approximation as circumstances may arise that could alter times by a few minutes. Thursday – August 6 – Interlakes Summer Theatre production of “Sister Act.” [Easy] Taylor Community is a Season Sponsor for the Theatre. This trip was advertised as an early sign-up and tickets have been pre-paid (sign-up now closed). The bus will begin picking up residents on the Laconia campus at 1:00 PM. Thursday – August 6 – The Season Finale NH Music Festival Classical Concert. [Easy] This trip was advertised as an early sign-up (sign-up now closed). Pick up for residents on the Laconia campus will begin at 6:00 PM. Friday – August 7 – Lunch at the Canoe Restaurant in Center Harbor, a visit to Moulton Farms and a stop in Meredith for ice cream before heading home. [Easy] Enjoy the view of Lake Winnipesaukee while dining at the Canoe Restaurant. The restaurant is known for its Lobster Mac and Cheese, hand-cut steaks and award-winning Sweet and Sour Calamari. Their menu offers something for every taste and appetite. While at Moulton Farms you can explore the greenhouse or be tempted by the large assortment of bakery items for your breakfast, lunch and dinner table. If you are in the mood for seafood, Sal’s Fresh Seafood is located at the farm. The owners are the 4th generation of their family to own and operate a commercial fishing business on the historic Boston Pier and the seafood is delivered fresh from the pier at least twice daily. Your driver will choose a spot in Meredith to stop for ice cream. It could be Flurries, Ben & Jerry’s or The Town Docks, driver's choice depending on available parking. The bus will begin picking up residents on the Laconia campus at 10:45 AM. Wednesday – August 12 – Dinner at Sandy Point Restaurant in Alton Bay followed by a stop for ice cream. [Easy] For anyone who was disappointed with the new ownership of this restaurant you are in for a wonderful surprise. The latest reviews have stated that the food is amazing, and “off the charts” delicious. The staff provides prompt, friendly and courteous service. The ice cream venue will be the driver's choice. The bus will begin picking up residents on the Laconia campus at 5:00 PM. Page 5 Friday – August 14 – Lunch at the 99 Restaurant in West Lebanon followed by a visit to Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site in Cornish. [Easy – restaurant; Moderate to Independent – Saint-Gaudens]. The 99 Restaurant offers a menu of soups, salads, sides, seafood, steak, small plate appetizer specials and nine real size entrees for $9.99. Please check the daily program and tour schedules at the Saint-Gaudens visitor center. There are over 100 pieces of sculpture exhibited in the galleries and on the grounds. Take advantage of the park orientation film (18 minutes): ”An Introduction to the Life and Work of Augustus Saint-Gaudens.” You may view the first floor of the Saint-Gaudens home “Aspet” where access is by guided tour only and limited to 12 people at a time on a first come, first serve basis. The park is also home to the Ravine Studio, the Formal Gardens, the Picture Gallery and several nature trails. The trails are hilly in places and may be slippery when wet, so visitors are asked to wear sturdy shoes if planning to walk the trails. Pathways around the park are of various surfaces; grass, brick, asphalt, bark mulch, cement and gravel. Because of the historic nature of this site, some of the pathways may be uneven and you are asked to take care when walking around. Please plan on an early lunch and at least 90 minutes are suggested for the site visit. The park entrance fee is $7.00 payable in cash at the entrance station. America the Beautiful Passes, including the Annual Pass and Senior Pass (formerly called the Golden Age Pass), allow free entrance for the pass holder. The bus will begin picking up residents on the Laconia campus at 8:30 AM and at the Concord Bus Station at approximately 9:15 AM. Friday – August 21 – Wright Museum and the special World War II Exhibit followed by Lunch at Wolfe's Tavern at the Wolfeboro Inn. [Easy] Take a sentimental journey through dozens of great exhibits. Among the museum's highlights are fully-furnished period vignettes including a 1942 gas station, corner soda fountain and dentist’s office. The current special exhibit “Memories of World War II” contains vintage artifacts and interactive displays that bring life to the American WWII experience. A collection of fully-operational military vehicles lie at the core of the museum's collection. The museum store has wonderful gifts for any history buff. The entrance fee is $8.00 and payable at the museum entrance. Wolfe's Tavern's Chef Hoke Wilson and his team put a sophisticated spin on favorite comfort foods. House-cured meats and local ingredients add depth to simple savory dishes. The bus will begin picking up residents on the Laconia campus at 9:00 AM. Friday – August 28 – Cog Railway followed by lunch in the Peppersass Restaurant. [Easy] Ride the Cog Railway to the Summit of Mount Washington via the new, more modern and eco-friendly biodiesel engine train. Sue needs to purchase train tickets well in advance (by or before July 20) as they do sell quickly during the summer months. You will have a late lunch at the Peppersass Restaurant, located in the Mansfield Base Station, and you will have time to browse through the gift shop before heading home. As the temperature averages in the mid-50’s on the summit, you are advised to dress in layers. Tickets are $63.00 for a 3-hour round trip that includes a 1-hour travel up and back and 1 hour to explore the summit with an optional observatory tour for $10.00 payable on your summit arrival. The summit staff would like to know in advance how many people will be taking advantage of that tour so please tell JoAnn when you call. Early sign-up by or before July 20 was requested. The earlier the better! The bus will begin picking up residents on the Laconia campus at 7:30 AM. Looking Ahead to September Early trip sign up for Friday – September 4 – Perkins Cove and the Marginal Way. [Easy to Moderate – a lot of walking] At Perkins Cove you will be on your own to explore all the shops or you can just sit and enjoy the view. You can walk the entire length of the Marginal Way or just part of it. Enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants with ocean views. You may sign up on receipt of this information. The bus will begin picking up residents on the Laconia Campus at 8:00 AM. The bus will make a convenience stop in Alton Bay between 8:45 and 9:00 AM. Page 6 TC Chorus Hiatus The Taylor Community Chorus will be taking a break for the summer months, with rehearsals resuming in September. New members are always welcome; mark your calendar and join us September 10 at 2:00 p.m. in the Taylor Home Atrium! Staying Hydrated in the Summer Heat Summer is here, and wow, is it getting warm outside! Thirsty? Proper hydration helps to keep the body and vitals regulated. Dehydration is a common health issue that can lead to bigger problems if proper hydration is not made a priority, and is a common cause of hospitalization of older adults. Seniors are especially prone to dehydration and should take extra care. As we age, our ability to notice changes in body temperature may decline, our body water content decreases and our kidney function diminishes, making it harder to conserve fluid. Many medications and underlying health conditions can also increase susceptibility. Fluid intake is key. Keep water readily available and consume it throughout the day. Try adding a slice of lemon or lime to add flavor. And be sure to eat fruits and vegetables daily, which are great sources of water and also full of important nutrients. Pay attention to symptoms of dehydration and drink more fluids if you experience dry mouth, tiredness, thirst, dry skin, headache, decreased urine output, constipation or dizziness. And always call your health care professional if you experience severe symptoms. Correction: Cog Railway Trip 8/28 A convenience stop at the Concord bus station was incorrectly listed in Bulletin Volume 126. Sorry for that! Please note that we are headed north, not south, and will not make a stop in Concord. Meal Plan Payment Changes If you have recently eaten a meal at Woodside, Ledgeview or Taylor Home you might have noticed a change to the point of sale system used to ring up your meal purchase. This is part of the new Answers on Demand accounting system. Please be patient while the servers get accustomed to this new system. As a result of this new system there is a change to the way meal plan payments are made. When you wish to put funds into your meal plan, the payment will no longer be processed through the cash register. Checks for meal plan funding will now be accepted only at Taylor Home by Maureen. The check will be posted to your meal plan account as it is now and will be reflected in your account balance. Your receipt will continue to show the remaining balance in your meal plan account. We are moving towards being able to bill meal plan funding via your regular monthly account and this option will be coming shortly. We encourage you to continue to use your meal plan as the 5% discount for purchases made through this meal plan is a very attractive discount. Please call Ed Soucy at 3661229 if you have any questions. News from Your Wellness Team Help End Veteran Homelessness If you know of a NH Veteran struggling with homelessness, please contact Veterans FIRST Program Manager Kathryn Byrne, 882-3616 or email [email protected], or call the homeless assistance line at 1-800-844-9911. Veterans are urged to visit Harbor Homes, 45 High St., Nashua, its Veterans Service Center, which provides central access to representatives from the VA, Supportive Services for Veterans Families (SSVF), Substance Abuse Mental Health Services (SAMHSA); and the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) for employment assistance. Wellness Wednesdays! Check out Touchtown for “Wellness Wednesday” tips. A new tip will be posted each week. (View Touchtown on Channel 14.1 on newer flat-screen TVs, Channel 98 on those with DTA boxes.) Taylor Story Walks: Take a walk outside and read a short, inspirational story along the way. Three stories will be posted during the week of July 27 ̶ Aug. 3, available for pickup at the Woodside reception desk and at the nursing stations at both Ledgeview and Taylor Home. Page 7 WOODSIDE THEATER Campus Happenings Saturday Nights - 7:00 PM Movie titles are posted outside the Theater, in the elevators, on the Information Board and on Touchtown Celebrate Poetry Group Mon., July 20 @ 3:00 p.m., WS 3rd-floor Lounge •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Coffee Hour Tues., July 21 @ 10:00 a.m., Fireside Dining Room •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• LobsterFest! Wed., July 22 @ Noon, Woodside •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Inside the Winnipesaukee Playhouse Studio (see details Page 1) Wed., July 22 @ 2:00 p.m., Woodside Please RSVP at 524-5600 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Banter with Bob / Meeting House Way Picnic Thurs., July 23 Banter @ 11:00 a.m. / Picnic @ Noon 313 Meetinghouse Way, Pembroke •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Enhanced Lifeline Forum Thurs., July 23 @ 1:00 p.m., Woodside Elm Room Please RSVP @ 366-1203 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Cooking Demonstration Learn to Make Guacamole Thurs., July 23 @ 2:00 p.m., Woodside Theater •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Community Social & Buffet Sat., July 25 @ Woodside Social Hour 5:00 p.m., Buffet 6:00 p.m. Please RSVP to Barbara Miles @ 366-1449 by 7/22. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• IRA Sunday Nite Social & June Birthday Celebration Sun., July 26, Woodside Social @ 4:30 p.m., Birthday Celebration @ 5:30 p.m. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Playreaders Mon., July 27 @ 1:00 p.m., WS Wet Craft Room •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Coffee Hour Tues., July 28 @ 10:00 a.m., Fireside Dining Room •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Enhanced Lifeline Forum - Back Bay Campus Tues., July 28 @ 10:00 a.m. 66 Taylor Drive, Wolfeboro Please RSVP @ 366-1203 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Sunday Matinees - 1:00 PM Sunday Matinees will not be shown during the Summer months; they will resume in the Fall. 8/3 8/4 8/5 8/5 8/7 8/8 8/8 8/10 8/10 8/11 8/14 8/18 8/18 8/19 8/19 8/21 8/21 8/22 8/23 8/26 8/27 8/27 8/29 8/29 8/30 8/31 Jane Stevie Marguerite Mary Julia Harold Carol Nixon Arthur Ray Rita Bessie Karl Caroline Lorna Barbara Rose Karna George Herb Mary Lou Nancy Charlotte Paul Charlie Marjorie Jean Caverly LaFrance Ettelson Sweeney Matava Parker Bicknell Ward Ouellette Taylor Scudder Webster Yocum McEwen Stockton Gonzalez Feltham Blomster Lee Pridham Lamb King-Leitch Davis Coulter Geery Ledgeview Ledges Ledges Taylor Connection Meeting House Meeting House Ledges Ledges Woodside Woodside Taylor Connection Ledgeview Woodside Meeting House Ledges Taylor Home Ledgeview Ledges Back Bay Ledges Taylor Home Taylor Connection Woodside Ledges Ledges Ledges July Birthday Celebration for Independent Residents of the Laconia Campus The July Birthday Celebration will be held on Sunday, July 26 at Woodside in conjunction with the Sunday Nite Social, with the Social beginning at 4:30 p.m. and the Birthday Celebration beginning at 5:30 p.m. Please feel free to bring along your favorite snack to add to the festivities. Hope to see you there! ~Sharon Guild Save the date! Next Independent Residents’ Cook-Out Sun., Aug. 2 @ Noon, Woodside Tent Area •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Coffee with Chief Adams Wed., Aug. 5 @ 11:00 a.m., Fireside Dining Room •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Winni Theatre Program #2 Thurs., Aug. 6 @ 2:00 p.m., Woodside WOODSIDE CAFÉ Monday through Friday from 11am ̶ 2pm and Saturday from 9am ̶ 1pm. Dinner is served Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 ̶ 7pm. Reservations requested, but not required, by 4pm for Dinner so that we may better serve you at 366-1481. Menu for Week of July 20th Mon., July 20 Entrée: Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad Tues., July 21 Entrée: Classic Meatloaf Tuesday Dinner July 21 Wed., July 22 Thurs., July 23 Thursday Dinner July 23 Fri., July 24 Sides: Garlic Breadstick Sides: Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Carrots Fresh Catch of the Night with Roasted Mushrooms and Tomatoes, Lemon Basil Risotto ($17) or Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Red Peppers, Spinach and Smoked Gouda Cheese, Roasted Potatoes and Braised Brussels Sprouts ($15). Choice of Tropical Carrot Raisin Salad or Cold Watermelon Gazpacho Salad Entrée: Grilled Salmon with Beets, Feta Cheese and Shaved Fennel with Roasted Walnut Balsamic Vinaigrette ($17) Dessert: Chef’s Choice, SF and GF Chocolate Raspberry Parfait LobsterFest! Limited Café service today (no hot entrée), deli and salad bar only. Entrée: Breakfast for Lunch! French Toast with Strawberry Topping and Bacon Ratatouille over Spaghetti Squash with Garlic Bread ($15) or Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti, Diced Tomatoes and Grilled Eggplant ($17). Choice of Caesar Salad or Italian Wedding Soup. Salad Entrée: Grilled Salmon with Beets, Feta Cheese and Shaved Fennel with Roasted Walnut Balsamic Vinaigrette ($17) Dessert: Chef’s Choice, SF and GF Chocolate Raspberry Parfait Entrée: Fresh Catch of the Day Sides: Chef’s Choice Saturday, July 25 Community Social & Buffet Hors d’ Oeuvres: Mini Quiche; Grilled Toast Points w/ Berry Bruschetta, Shaved Parmesan; Fruit & Cheese Display Garden Salad: Choice of Italian or Ranch Dressing Entrées: Carved Ham with Rum Raisin Glaze; Baked Haddock with Lemon Dill Hollandaise; Chicken Parmesan with Mozzarella Sides: Roasted Red Potatoes or Penne with Marinara; Garlic Asparagus or Dill Carrots Dessert Bar: Lemon Meringue Pie; Chocolate Cake; Pecan Pie (SF/GF Strawberry Biscuit Shortcake) $18 per person Please RSVP to Barbara Miles at 366-1449 by 7/22. See you there! Menu for Week of July 27th Mon., July 27 Entrée: Spaghetti and Meatballs Tues., July 28 Entrée: Salmon with Mango Blueberry Salsa Tuesday Dinner July 28 Entrée: Chicken Cordon Bleu Thurs., July 30 Entrée: Taco Salad Fri., July 31 Sides: Cous Cous, Sautéed Spinach Classic Boiled Dinner with Potatoes, Carrots and Onions ($16) or Chicken & Mushroom Marsala with Scalloped Potatoes and Maple Glazed Carrots ($15). Choice of Waldorf Salad or Cold Cucumber Dill Soup. Salad Entrée: Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad with Shredded Parmesan, Roasted Tomatoes and Homemade Garlic Croutons ($13) Dessert: Chef’s Choice, SF and GF Lemon Squares Wed., July 29 Thursday Dinner July 30 Sides: Steamed Broccoli, Garlic Bread Sides: Rice Pilaf, Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Apple Cranberry Chutney, Baked Potatoes and Roasted Red & Yellow Beets ($17) or Fresh Baked Ritz Crumbed Cod, Rice Pilaf and Italian Vegetable Medley ($17). Choice of Caprese Salad or Classic Chicken Noodle Soup. Salad Entrée: Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad with Shredded Parmesan, Roasted Tomatoes and Homemade Garlic Croutons ($13) Dessert: Chef’s Choice, SF and GF Lemon Squares Entrée: Fresh Catch of the Day Side: Chef’s Choice Sides Menus subject to change without notice. THE LAKE ROOM at LEDGEVIEW Breakfast is served from 7:30 ̶ 9:00 a.m. daily. Lunch/Dinner from 12:00 noon ̶ 1:00 p.m. daily, and Supper from 5:00 ̶ 6:30 p.m., Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. and Sun. (please join us at the Woodside Café Tuesday and Thursday nights). Please RSVP at 366-1202. Dial-A-Ride operates for residents at the Laconia Campus Mon., Wed., and Fri. from 8am to 7pm, Tues. and Thurs. from 8am to 7:30pm, Sat. from 11:30am to 1:30pm and 4:30pm to 7:00pm, and Sun. from 9am to 7pm. Please call 366-1234 for a ride.