Saturday, 4 SEPTEMBER 2010 - Season Final: 

The Linwood Council of Christian Life would like to issue a warm welcome to one and all and hope your stay at Linwood will be an enjoyable one. We extend to all a cordial invitation to join us this Sunday for our nondenominational services.  Attire is casual.

Tomorrow morning:
Sunday School in the Chapel – 9:45
  • Kids – Gale Johnson, teacher
  • Adults – “John’s I Am’s: the bread, the vine, the light” -- discussion leader, Carolyn Reed

Worship in the Tabernacle, 10:45
  • Speaker – Park Pastor Hu Auburn has carved a niche in our hearts this summer. We welcome him back to the Linwood pulpit.
  • Special music – Solid Brass, a Linwood tradition on Pioneer Sunday, will fill the tabernacle with their music. What a splendid way to end our summer season!

PIONEER SUNDAY SERVICE – TOMORROW EVENING – 7PM
   This is a time to remember those who built Linwood, to honor long-time Linwoodites of the present, and to welcome the little ones who represent the Linwood of the future. We will sing your favorite hymns, enjoy the annual flower ceremony, and close with our traditional friendship circle. Join us as we celebrate the Linwood spirit.

NEXT SUMMER…
   We are delighted to announce that our Park Pastor Hu Auburn and his wife Jan will return to Linwood for the 2011 season! There are some great ideas brewing for summer activities; please let a member of the Council of Christian Life know if you have suggestions.

MANY THANKS…
   We are so grateful for the Linwood family’s support, which has brought us within a couple thousand dollars of paying off the debt we owe the Park Company for our share of last year’s replacement of the tabernacle roof  ($20,000), and has also brought us close to balancing the budget for the 2010 season.
   Pioneer Sunday is traditionally the day when Linwoodites step to the plate and close the gap.  If you would like to do so, please make your check payable to the Linwood Council of Christian Life. You may hand your check to any member of the Council, or mail it to:  Council of Christian Life, Box 931, Vermilion, OH 44089. Thank you for your faithful support.

ADIRONDACK CHAIR  AUCTION
   The Linwood Council of Christian Life is auctioning off a beautiful chair, hand painted by Ann Peters. The proceeds will benefit the tabernacle roof repair fund. You have to see this work of art! You may view it at the grocery store, or in the tabernacle on Sunday. Bids may be made at the Store or by emailing a bid to Linwoodccl@gmail.com (at least $20 increments, please). If you are not the lucky person who bids highest, you are welcome to donate your bid to the Council anyway (that way it’s all tax-deductible)!

An Important Message from the Linwood Park Board – End of Season Reminders
   The infestation of skunks, ground hogs and raccoons this summer has been greater than in years past. The trapper hired by The Linwood Park Company has already rid us of over 20 animals, the vast majority  being skunks, both adults and  their young.  These animals do not breed in the fall or winter but will be looking for a secure place to spend the winter months. In early spring these animals will again increase their numbers. Please take special care this Fall to close off and tightly seal  the areas beneath the living areas of your cottage to prevent skunks from making their winter home under your cottage. We will all be happy that you took the time to seal off access to areas under the cottage and porches.  Thanks for taking the time.

As of September 3rd the Friday trash pickup has ended for the season.

Museum Hours
Last chance to enjoy the museum this summer!
Saturday evening 7PM to 9PM  and  Sunday -- 12 PM to 2PM.
   Come and enjoy the museum in the Old Grocery Store, and share your ideas for its future. We will also be previewing a new Linwood DVD - A Walk Through Linwood, 2009-2010 and taking orders for the DVD. Proceeds from the DVD will help purchase new equipment for the playground. Plan to add your memories of the Quasquicentennial to our "Memory Book". This will also be your last chance to pick up souvenirs from the Quasquicentennial at bargain prices. While you are there, browse Janet Waggoner's pictures from the celebration last summer, and share your memories of Linwood in our "Memory Book". Karen Boas and Donna Jordan will be your hosts.

The Stand
Another great summer is coming to an end. Thanks to all for patronizing the Stand. We greatly appreciate it. Cookout in front of the Stand on Sunday after 12:00. Jim & Zak will be grilling hamburgers,1/4 pound hot dogs, kielbasa, and polish sausage. Jan is making homemade baked beans and Diane is making homemade potato salad. Come help us finish out the 2010 season.

THE WINDJAMMER BAND  will not be practicing  Labor Day Monday. However, they will continue to practice in the tabernacle every Monday evening from 7:30 to 9:30 until the end of September. Drop in to hear their big band sounds – no charge!

The Linwood Trees Book  is a full color  book celebrating the history and people of Linwood.
 Purchase your copy  for $55(includes tax) from Linda Stocker at 420 Ash St. or contacting Janet at www.janetwaggoner.com
Make checks payable to Linwood Trees.  This compilation of stories from nearly 200 owners and renters is “chicken soup for the Linwood Soul.”

Through These Gates and Down the Path: Linwood Park, the original, definitive history of Linwood, written by Karen Boas for Linwood’s Centennial Celebration in 1984, has been updated and expanded with a full color addition. With over 300 total pages and 600 pictures, it is available by emailing  Karen at www.linwoodgatesandpath.com for $48.

WEBSITE LINKS:
To keep track of Linwood happenings during the off-season, be sure to check for any updates at www.linwoodcouncil.org, and www.linwoodpark.org for rental contacts.  

GOD BE WITH YOU TIL WE MEET AGAIN

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