WHAT'S NEW? ARCHIVE

"What's New" Alerts of prior months will be transferred to this Archive category so that "What's New" will just show alerts from the current month and two months prior.  Example:  at the beginning of May, February alerts in "What's New" will shift to this category, leaving "What's New" with notices of May, April, and March.

6/29/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about the artwork in the hallway from the lobby to Health Care.6/23/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about night weekend help with air conditioner.6/5/24 in Special Announcements about Krispy Kreme's  June 7 National Donut Day's special.6/2/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about Dining.5/28/24 in Anyone Interested In? with historical information about a June excursion to the Buster Sykes Farm.5/16/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about someone's experience in Windsor.4/28/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about our maintenance staff.4/22/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about weekend Security David's efforts with our information TV Channel.4/18/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about the blog and new RA President and Treasurer.4/17/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about our wait staff.
3/31/24 in I'm Seeking for a DVD recording of a PBS program airing April 8.3/20/24 in I'm Seeking regarding transferring one's long-time local phone number to TVAB upon move-in.3/12/24 in Special Announcements about a group's outing to a historical NC town that may interest others.2/29/24 in For Sale for a wheelchair-accessible van with lots of options.2/26/24 in Anyone Interested In? about a recently-compiled list of special interest groups here on campus.2/17/24 in Recommendations about a good documentary about the recording of "We Are the World."2/11/24 in Volunteers Needed, a follow up to 6/23 post for someone to manage the patio urns...need has been met.2/11/24 in Recommendations about a nearby place with a nice wine selection.2/8/24 in Volunteers Needed about The Crew (find out more about this new project).2/6/24 in Accolades-Thank You's about excellent service and meal in Dining.2/5/24 in I'm Seeking as a response to the original 2/5/24 post below, with phone system observations.2/5/24 in I'm Seeking regarding ways to screen out bothersome robo and spam phone calls on one's "land line."
1/26/24 in For Sale for a Wood Pellet Pizza Oven. (Item deleted 2/4/24) 1/6/24 in Accolades-Thank You's to Facilities and a resident.12/21/23 in For Sale several items of furniture.12/14/23 in Accolades-Thank You's about the Peace Angel.12/14/23 in For Sale -- keyboard has been sold.12/7/23 in Accolades-Thank-You's about excellent service from Dining Staff for a special dinner party.12/6/23 in Give-Aways:  the blood pressure monitor (see 12/4/23 post below) is no longer available.12/4/23 in Give-Aways for a battery-operated blood pressure monitor.12/3/23 in Crafts for Sale about jewelry, handmade by a resident.12/3/23 in  Accolades-Thank You's about helpful staff for the Merry Market.
11/30/23 in Recommendations about remembering to take your checkbook to avoid a credit card fee.11/15/23 in Accolades-Thank You's about Housekeeping staff.
10/30/23 in For Sale offering a keyboard.10/18/23 in For Sale about a Viking (Husqvarna) Designer Topaz 20 Sewing Machine with Embroidery Unit for $750...plus a slipcovered ottoman ($125).  (11/15/23 note:  ottoman has been sold.)10/3/23 in Special Announcements about the availability of Mrs. Dash in dining venues.10/2/23 in Not Yet in Manual advising those with mobility challenges to register with the Fire Dept.
10/30/23 in For Sale offering a keyboard.10/18/23 in For Sale about a Viking (Husqvarna) Designer Topaz 20 Sewing Machine with Embroidery Unit for $750...plus a slipcovered ottoman ($125).  (11/15/23 note:  ottoman has been sold.)10/3/23 in Special Announcements about the availability of Mrs. Dash in dining venues.10/2/23 in Not Yet in Manual advising those with mobility challenges to register with the Fire Dept.
9/26/23 in Recommendations about fire ants in the Dog Park.9/26/23 in Anyone Interested In? about a Sept 30 trip to a Raleigh museum.9/25/23 in Not Yet in Manual about smoke alarm chirping in garden homes.9/13/23 in Not Yet in Manual about getting good, correct information communicated.9/11/23 in Volunteers Needed encouraging one-time opportunities for TVAB social events.9/11/23 in Creative Writing about a personal experience of being in NYC right after 9/11/01.9/5/23 in Recommendations for getting rid of ants.9/4/23 in Not Yet in Manual -- a list of local restaurants.8/29/23 in Recommendations with a link to info about grapefruit interaction with some medications.8/27/23 in Recommendations about this site providing videos; a reply from one of the blogmasters.8/27/23 in Give-Aways the bird feeder post has been deleted.8/22/23 in Personal Announcements about a special day.8/19/23 in Recommendations about a cute Italian eatery in Burlington with great food.8/15/23 in Give-Aways for lovely potted plants.8/15/23 in Recommendations about a senior discount at a local laundry/dry cleaner.8/11/23 in Accolades-Thank You's for help received from staff and a resident when a visiting dog got off leash.8/3/23 in Master Plan Wish List for a Coffee Bar with lots of selections.8/3/23 in Recommendations for visiting Gibsonville.8/3/23 in Accolades - Thank You's to Shannon of Dining for special assistance in Edith Street.8/3/23 in Recommendations for an emergency pull cord to be placed in a residence's 2nd bathroom.
7/21/23 in Accolades-Thank You's for nice greeting cards; and praise for our friendly gatehouse personnel.7/19/23 in I'm Seeking for someone who can alter pants.7/19/23 in Not Yet in Manual about residents on TVAB excursions needing to be prepared to pay cash for meals or shopping on the trips.  7/18/23 in I'm Seeking for a local attorney who specializes in elder law.7/16/23 in Anyone Interested In? with a change in the dates for the Spanish conversation group.7/13/23 in Special Announcements about a reaction to Shingles shot.7/7/23 in Recommendations that corrects a 2/7/22 post about a local business that has since moved.7/7/23 in Creative Writing with more Master Plan "blue sky" ideas.7/6/23 in Recommendations about a walkway to provide safer access to garden and dog park from the street.7/6/23 in Creative Writing as a response to the blue sky thoughts about the Master Plan.7/6/23 in Creative Writing with some blue sky thoughts about the Master Plan.7/5/23 in Anyone Interested In for those interested in the game of Yahtzee.7/4/23 in Special Announcements about Arthur G. being featured in Senior Dining Assn's newsletter.7/4/23 in Master Plan Wish List about widening the narrower side of the pond sidewalk.7/3/23 in Beware Of about a Medicare scam.7/2/23 in Anyone Interested In about a new Spanish conversation group.
6/29/23 in Give-Aways for a free wine rack.6/25/23 in Master Plan Wish List for a covered loading/unloading area for apartment residents.6/15/23 in For Sale for an available rollator.6/15/23 in Recommendations for handling and possibly preventing SPAM emails.6/10/23 in Give-Aways for an available window suction cup bird feeder.6/7/23  in For Sale to see Perpetual Calendars of Weekdays ON SALE!6/4/23 in Volunteers Needed to plant and maintain the flowers/plants in the patio urns.6/4/23 in I'm Seeking for a sewing machine.6/3/23 in Photo Sharing find what's unusual.6/3/23 in Photo Sharing to see a meteorological phenomenon...an alpenglow.
5/29/23 in Wildlife Observations a campus turtle creating new life.5/29/23 in Master Plan Wish List about dance flooring.5/28/23 in Photo Sharing to see B & G Zoo's latest residents.5/27/23 in Master Plan Wish List with an idea about how to memorialize a loved one here on campus.5/27/23 in Accolades-Thank You's about this year's Memorial Day 2023 program.5/25/23 in For Sale about CDs of a resident's recent brass and organ concert.5/21/23 in Beware Of about metal jewelry worn in the pool or hot tub getting stubbornly discolored.5/12/23 in Master Plan Wish List about planting shrubs in anticipation of major construction.5/5/23 in Not Yet in Manual about how Lakeside reservations for the week ahead can begin on Fridays.5/4/23 in Covid about the newest Covid vaccine availability.5/4/23 in Recommendations about the newest Covid vaccine (available to seniors) being in local pharmacies.5/4/23 in Give-Aways about free books , DVDs, CDs (to keep) in the hallway behind the main library.5/2/23 in Anyone Interested In about some fun Cinco de Mayo events with food at a local winery.5/2/23 in Give-Aways about available Covid test kits.
4/30/23 in Not Yet in Manual with some suggestions for a scholarship fund and revised meal credit policy.4/30/23 in Lost and Found with a request for the return of a loaned book.4/19/23 in Accolades-Thank You's about Shannon in Dining.4/19/23 in Accolades-Thank You's about Elizabeth in Dining.4/9/23 in Anyone Interested In? in reply to the 3/28/23 post below about eating off campus.
3/28/23 in Anyone Interested In? about getting together to eat off campus occasionally.3/28/23 in Special Announcements about a speaker series coming up at Tanger Center in G'boro.3/27/23 in I'm Seeking with a response to the 3/24/23 post about a dry cleaner.3/24/23 in I'm Seeking for a recommendation for a local dry cleaner.3/20/23 in Photo Sharing to see the 2023 harbingers of the coming Spring.3/17/23 in I'm Seeking for someone who beads/knots pearls.3/17/23 in Recommendations about a phone that will screen out spam calls.3/14/23 in Beware Of with a caution about removing a cooked item from a microwave oven (explosion potential).
2/28/23 in Anyone Interested In about getting together to attend NC State games.2/13/23 in Give-Aways about a bromeliad.2/13/23 in Creative Writing about Aging Gracefully.2/8/23 in I'm Seeking about help needed by someone with a new Chromebook. 2/8/23 in Accolades -Thank You's about TVAB having its own baker in Dining Services.2/3/23 in Recommendations about an Elon student who is a dog walker.2/3/23 in Recommendations about a local accounting firm for preparing tax returns.2/3/23 in Give-Aways about posters from the Van Gogh exhibit.2/3/23 in Special Announcements reminding us of the Village Square library's self-check-out process.
1/26/23 in Give-Aways about availability of past issues of Our State magazine.1/25/23 in I'm Seeking for a local accountant for year end.1/25/23 in Recommendations about obtaining, installing, and benefiting from a humidifier.1/23/23 in Special Announcements about the Mebane Yarn Shop moving to Burlington.  Moving sale going on.1/23/23 in Not Yet in Manual with "tips" about being seated in Edith Street Cafe.1/10/23 in Accolades - Thank You's about a "new" bathroom scale.1/3/23 in Accolades - Thank You's about being stuck in the elevator and rescued after 35 minutes.1/1/23 in Special Announcements about responsible clean up when walking a pet.1/1/23 in Accolades - Thanks You's regarding the New Year's Eve Party of Dec 31.
12/31/22 in Beware Of about a scam when you buy gas with a credit card.12/26/22 in Accolades - Thank You's about a Facility Svcs e1mployee's major help with frozen pipes.12/23/22 in Covid for a link to helpful CDC guidelines if you test positive.12/23/22 in Special Announcements about unique, different times and meal offerings for the holiday weekend.12/22/22 in Recommendations from Duke Power regarding coming extreme cold weather blast.12/22/22 in Covid about how to order free, new at-home Covid test kits from the government. 12/22/22 in Covid about our current guidelines for anyone in independent living who tests positive.12/19/22 in Recommendations about an easy way to make a de-icer for your windshield.12/18/22 in Personal Announcements about a fun coincidence for the daughter of a TVAB couple.12/15/22 in Accolades - Thank You's about 2 Dining staff performing in the string concert at Williams High School.12/14/22 in 1Not Yet in Manual about eliminating some requirements when making Lakeside reservations.12/14/22 in Accolades-Thank You's from new residents directed to several staff for help with their move-in.12/13/22 in Special Announcements about a TVABer playing in a free Christmas Concert tonight.12/12/22 in Special Announcements about 2 of our highschoolers in Dining playing in an orchestra concert.12/11/22 in Accolades - Thank You's to thank Greg of Security for "above and beyond" assistance.12/5/22 in Not Yet in Manual giving descriptions of the vegetable blend names found on our menus.12/5/22 in Tips About the Portal giving descriptions of the vegetable blend names found on our menus.12/4/22 in Tips About the Portal (a new category) where helpful tips about using the Portal can be shared.12/4/22 in Not Yet in Manual about how to read SARA messages as well as hear them.12/3/22 in Not Yet in Manual, a message to cottage dwellers about their outside flood lights.12/2/22 in Not Yet in Manual, two separate phone system tips.12/2/22 in Photo Sharing to see Christmas candy-cane street decorations.12/2/22 in Accolades - Thank You's for Christmas decorating efforts.
11/24/22 in Special Announcements for help with your TV remote.11/23/22 in Accolades - Thank You's to thank a member of Dining staff for quick action.11/21/22 in Photo Sharing to see 4 of a kind.11/20/22 in Photo Sharing to see Bella's big idea.11/13/22 in I'm Seeking for a rollator.11/9/22 in Recommendations where to get a flu shot while in your car.11/8/22 in I'm Seeking for a person or place to have alterations done.
10/22/22 in Special Announcements about picking up after dog walks.10/21/22 in Anyone Interested In? about Monday eve Game Nights.10/9/22 in Accolades-Thanks You's to Facility Svcs and Brighview for clearing a nice walkway between pines.10/8/22 in Personal Announcements from Sue W. in Mexico.10/6/22 in I'm Seeking for local accountants.10/5/22 in Accolades-Thank You's for Kathy and Ray H. from Pam B.
9/30/22 in For Sale for a scooter.9/15/22 in Special Announcements about how meetings are looped on in-house TV over the weekend.9/15/22 in Personal Announcements about the Broadway debut of a residents' family member.9/13/22 in Special Announcements and Covid about new Pfizer booster availability at a local pharmacy.9/7/22 in Anyone Interested In? about a new Facebook group for residents of our campus.9/7/22 in Give-Aways for a support belt for the lower back.9/6/22 in Special Announcements and Covid about new Covid booster availability at a local pharmacy.9/6/22 in Anyone Interested In? about the stray kitty of post 8/28/22 finding a new home.9/4/22 in Give-Aways for an office chair floor mat.9/4/22 in For Sale for a Vive Stand Assist Mobility Aid.9/4/22 in For Sale for a golf cart cover.9/4/22 in I'm Seeking to see an update about need for a dogwalker.  9/4/22 in Volunteers Needed to help TVAB'rs who are in a bind -- temporarily unable to drive, dog walk, etc. 9/1/22 in Give-aways about free figs for the picking from some fig trees (bushes?) here on campus. 9/1/22 in Give-aways for a free Smart TV.9/1/22 in Accolades-Thank You's to Amber E. for a cool head as an excursion driver, avoiding an accident on 40.8/31/22 in Beware Of about MSG being an ingredient in salad dressing packets in our dining venues.8/28/22 in Anyone Interested In about a young black cat hanging around that might be looking for a home.8/24/22 in I'm Seeking about new residents needing  a dog walker for when they're not able; see details.8/23/22 in Photo Sharing to see the rainbow, recently over the campus.8/21/22 in Crafts for Sale to see photos from custom tumblers given to Michael G at his Farewell party.8/11/22 in Special Announcements about Max's efforts in planning/providing outings for residents.8/5/22 in I'm Seeking for a passenger companion for off-campus outings to help with rollator.   
7/18/22 in Not Yet in Manual about removing the "tag master" (gate opener) when you sell your car.7/9/22 in Not Yet in Manual about caregivers accompanying a resident client in a TVAB vehicle.7/7/22 in Not Yet in Manual about NOT driving a power mobility device onto the pool deck.7/7/22 in Not Yet in Manual regarding how the SARA alert system works.7/6/22 in Master Plan Wish List for liquor lock-up so Tavern can always be open for gatherings.7/6/22 in Master Plan Wish List for a pedestrian lift for the small Ford van.7/5/22 in Recommendations about the need for take-out meals to be more accurate.7/5/22 in Special Announcements about Freedom Walk photos being shown on in-house TV.7/5/22 in Master Plan Wish List about the days that Lakeside and Pub should be open.7/5/22 in Not Yet in Manual about substituting fixed sides on the Lakeside menus.7/4/22 in Master Plan Wish List about walking path, garden plots, the Portal, and Pickleball.7/4/22 in Master Plan Wish List about electric cars.7/4/22 in Master Plan Wish List about use of the Bryan House.7/4/22 in Master Plan Wish List about Morning Kiosk and parking for golf carts and bicycles.  
6/30/22 in Recommendations about a good vehicle detailing service.6/30/22 in Accolades-Thank You's  to those putting up the sidewalk American flags for the 4th.6/28/22 in Accolades-Thank You's to Michael G., congratulating him on recent graduation.6/26/22 in Accolades-Thank You's to Lee M. from Lori G. for some good work.6/23/22 in I'm Seeking for photos from the Mebanesville musical performance on June 15.6/20/22 in Special Announcements about re-broadcasts of Coffee Hours on in-house TV.6/20/22 in Master Plan Wish List about overnight staff quarters for bad weather situations.6/18/22 in Special Announcements and Accolades-Thank You's about easier and better Instacart shopping.6/17/22 in Special Announcements about monthly oral readings of the Village Voice.6/13/22 in Special Announcements about a venue change for the 6/15's Concert in the Park.6/5/22 in Special Announcements about Warren W. playing on stage at W-S tomorrow.6/5/22 in Special Announcements about the street signs for garden homes.6/3/22 in Special Announcements about getting Covid test kits with your Medicare card.6/1/22  in Special Announcements about free N95 masks at CVS.
5/31/22 in5 Accolades-Thank You's for placing the flags at entrance and around the lake.5/27/22 in Personal Announcements of an addendum to the Holy Grail Golf Ball quest.  5/25/22 in Personal Announcements about the Hendrons' grandson dancing in a ballet at Elon U.5/22/22 in Wish to Borrow with additional medical devices available to loan out.5/22/22 in Wish to Borrow about an orthopedic boot available to loan out. 5/21/22 in Personal Announcements for added photos in Holy Grail Golf Ball travelog.5/20/22 in Wish to Borrow about listing medical devices you'd be willing to LEND.  5/20/22 in Master Plan Wish List about a roof covering the entrance to the Landing.5/19/22 in Recommendations -- a response to a 5/7/22 inquiry about a local tax preparer.5/16/22 in Master Plan Wish List for a sidewalk at NW exit of apartment building.5/16/22 in Personal Announcements for final travel report from seekers of Holy Grail Golf Ball.5/14/22 in Accolades-Thank You's about staff help with garage sale.5/14/22 in Accolades-Thank You's to Ashley for her help on Saturday with garage sale remnants.5/14/22 in Wish to Borrow for a knee scooter.5/14/22 in Accolades-Thank You's to the Health Care staff of Windsor.5/13/22 in Personal Announcements for new installment from seekers of the Holy Grail Golf Ball.5/8/22 in Personal Announcements for a travel report from seekers of the Holy Grail Golf Ball...now, with PICTURES!5/7/22 in Recommendations about the relocation of a watch battery replacement business.5/7/22 in Recommendations asking for a referral to a local income tax preparer.5/7/22 in Accolades and Thank You's about gate entries for EMS vehicles.5/7/22 in Accolades and Thank You's about back up cameras now in our buses.5/6/22 in Anyone Interested In? about fishing or sailing.5/2/22 in Photo Sharing, two pictures of May 1 unusual weather event.5/2/22 in Master Plan Wish List about a brown bag/vending machine area.5/1/22 in Master Plan Wish List about a buzz up system for apartment building visitors.
4/23/22 in Anyone Interested In? about learning backgammon.4/21/22 in Master Plan Wish List about a desire for better acoustics in Edith Street.4/19/22 in Photo Sharing a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny!4/16/22 in Master Plan Wish List for a portable, foldable stage for the GP.4/16/22 in Miscellaneous Ques about problems with streaming on TV -- Netflix, Amazon Prime.4/13/22 in Special Announcements about creating a special gatehouse street address for GPS.4/13/22 in Master Plan Wish List about a shuttle bus service for those confined to cottages.4/11/22 in Lost and Found about a found earring in the parking lot.4/11/22 in Volunteers Needed for the May Garage Sale.4/9/22 in Not Yet in Manual about special library books located in the Meditation Room.4/7/22 in Accolades-Thank You's to the "Mulch-Masters", the 7-man crew that spread it out!4/5/22 in Wish to Borrow about a punch bowl.4/3/22 in I'm Seeking about caning chairs.4/3/22 in Accolades - Thank You's to Facilities staff for a plumbing emergency.4/2/22 in Volunteers Needed to provide cheer to Heritage folks.4/2/22 in Miscellaneous Questions about grocery shopping.4/1/22 in Miscellaneous Questions about grocery shopping  --- a question and a response.3/29/22 in COVID.3/27/22  in Beware Of with a caution about carjacker tactics.3/27/22  in Recommendations about parking spaces at the Landing.3/26/22 in Accolades-Thank You's about Charity's departure and new career opportunity.3/25/22 in Recommendations and Accolades-Thank You's about donations to Ukrainian Relief.3/22/22 in Master Plan Wish List for bigger-sized flat TVs in two areas.3/21/22 in Accolades-Thank You's about recent fashion show.3/17/22 in Lost and Found about a found clothing item in the Tavern.3/17/22 in Master Plan Wish List for a special room.3/16/22 in Photo Sharing, there's a sure sign of SPRING coming to our area.3/16/22 in Wildlife Observations about blue birds.3/9/22 in Miscellaneous Questions about whether eye glasses are still being collected.3/4/22 in Special Announcements about Council agenda item next week, about Ukraine.3/1/22 in Special Announcements about TVAB job openings now on W-S's website.
2/28/22 in Special Announcements about New Resident Orientations.  Come one; come all.2/26/22 in Anyone Interested In? for pool players or those interested in learning to play.2/26/22 in Accolades-Thank You's about the March Village Voice article about this blog.2/26/22 in Recommendations for "Word of Mouth."2/23/22 in Lost and Found:  Found:  a mask with rhinestones.2/22/22 in Master Plan Wish List about a suggested location of a dog park.2/21/22 in Not Yet in Manual about a request for suggestions for future Manual updates.2/21/22 in Special Announcements about how to get Well-Spring Disclosure Statement.2/21/22 in Volunteers Needed about styrofoam recycling. 2/20/22 in I'm Seeking -- chess players.2/20/22 in Accolades-Thank You's about today's brunch service.2/20/22 in Special Announcements about TV looping of 2/17 Coffee Hour.2/19/22 in COVID2/19/22 in Miscellaneous about the sewing machine.2/19/22 in Recommendations about the NC Zoo.2/19/22 in Master Plan Wish List about charging stations.2/19/22 in Wildlife Observations about ducks.2/18/22 in Master Plan Wish List with some "blue sky" ideas.2/18/22 in Not Yet in Manual: Eagle Eye, Red Bag, power outages in cottages.2/17/22 in Volunteers Needed for Dining Committee.2/17/22 in Anyone Interested In? for Writers' Group.2/17/22 in Accolades-Thank You's about ovation for Dining staff during Valentine's dinner.    2/8/22 in Miscellaneous Questions about a sewing machine in the Craft Room.2/7/22 in Recommendations regarding residents without internet access.2/7/22 in Crafts for Sale, with photos.2/7/22 in Recommendations about watch battery replacement.2/7/22 in Special Announcements about water volleyball and massage therapy resuming. 