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26 | THE COLONY NEWS | FEBRUARY 2024 | Our ping pong schedule has changed. Please check e Colony Calendar to find when and where we will be playing next. Go to www.thecolonyatcaloaks.com, select calendar, then search for ping pong. Hope to see you there! e Colony Coin Club members buy, sell and trade coins with each other. ey also visit coin stores and conventions in the area to keep up on the latest developments in the coin world. Ping Pong By Lisa Schrader, 714-814-4543 Coin Club Once again, the ursday Bocce group came together on a Sunday aernoon in December to celebrate the holidays and the game with a delicious "Bocce Brunch" hosted by Vanessa Vinson and Randy McKee. About 40 people joined in the fun! Homemade dishes and adult beverages were enjoyed by all. Bocce was played throughout the brunch, with everyone cheering each other on. e conversation was great, the December weather was perfect, and a good time was had by all. ank you, Vanessa and Randy! Bocce is one of the most popular games at e Colony. e ursday aernoon group, headed up by Jeanne Bender, meets at 3 pm and plays until whenever! ere can be 12 players (sometimes more) there — and Jeanne tells me that everyone is welcome to join! It is as much a social gathering as a game. It's played year 'round, and food, drink, socializing and fun are the norm. Win or lose, it really doesn't matter! Want to join in? For more information, contact Jeanne Bender at 949-295-5412. Bocce By Valorie Hillerich A Game For All Seasons, Played For All Reasons! Again this year, the Racquet Club ladies and their friends met for a delightful Christmas potluck at the home of Sharon Boll. It is always a lovely event and one we look forward to. ank you, Sharon, for your hospitality and generosity. Phyllis Way and Carol Roth helped host the event and others also assisted, including Elf Rita Nastri, who was there to take our Toys for Tots donations. ank you, ladies. At our December dinner, the Racquet Club filled the Auditorium. Linda Kight was the hostess for this beautiful holiday dinner, and her team of helpers were Kris Smith, Gwen Ryan, Natalia Jackson, Glenn Sailor and Karen Nichols, along with all the wonderful members who helped with the cleanup. Our entertainment was fabulous, thanks to the Doo-Wops and special guest singer Antoine. John Knitter was honored for his hard work and dedication to our tennis program. He has continued to be a true asset to our tennis community. Interested in learning? Call John Knitter at 951-805-2456 for tennis and Karen Nichols at 619-550-8194 for paddle tennis. Racquet Club By Karen Nichols, 619-550-8194 Aer taking a break for the holidays, Tai Chi has resumed in the Auditorium. If you are not sure what Tai Chi is, come and try it out. e hour-long class starts promptly at 3:30 pm on Tuesdays and ursdays. ere is no sign up required and the class is free. Please make sure to wear loose clothing and supportive shoes. Tai Chi By Jan Prytz, 951-600-4618 Happy numismatists