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30 | LIFE IN SOLERA | JANUARY 2025 | HIGH NOTES FROM KARAOKE As we enter the new year we need to at least list a few of the music stars who entertained us and passed away too soon. Here's my short list: Toby Keith, Red Solo Cup James Darren, Goodbye Cruel World Steve Lawrence, Portrait Of My Love Eric Carmen, All By Myself Melanie, Brand New Key Duane Eddy, Rebel Rouser Kris Kristoerson, Why Me Lord Frank Ield, I Remember You Jack Jones, e Impossible Dream David Soul, Don't Give Up On Us Sergio Mendes, Mas Que Nada Dave Loggins, Please Come To Boston Dicky Betts, e Allman Brothers David Sanborn, Sax Ernie Fields, In e Mood, 1959 ese are just some of the folks who we will miss in the new year but we can always sing the songs they made famous. Join Barb Miller, Rosie Ingalls, and me, D.J. Blast, for our rst Goodtimes Karaoke of the new year on Sat., Jan. 11 for Goodtimes Karaoke in e Oakmont Clubhouse starting at 5:30 pm with a potluck for those who contribute followed by karaoke singing at 6 pm. If you've never been to our events you'll nd that you don't have to sing to have a good time, we have dancing and folks bring food. you may even make a new friend. We look forward to meeting you as we enter the new year. One more little note of condolences for Glenn Bradd who lost his wife Nona in November of 2024. Our prayers go out to him and his family. Happy New Year everyone. If you have any questions about our karaoke dates and schedules, you can call Barbara Miller at (951) 845-7265. Ronnie Zacker and Sheila Kelly Beaumont High School culinary school students Aer the party, some of us relaxed in the clubhouse with friends. L-R: Bianca Ralston, Debbra Pound, Tina Schrader December's holiday luncheon was a success because of the hard work by our Holiday Luncheon Committee. Overseen by committee chair, Judy Ferguson, the committee members were Ronnie Zacker, Sheila Kelly, Polly Baker, and Bon Appetit Board liaisons Bianca Ralston and Carolyn Keierleber. The event was held at Beaumont High School with the meal prepared by students enrolled in the culinary program under the supervision of Chef Jonathon Wiener, the teacher in charge of the BHS culinary program. The students were rewarded for their efforts with a chocolate gift created by Sandi Joel, who has presented to our club before. The students presented us with an adventurous menu that included several choices of salads, vegetables, meat dishes, and desserts — all delicious. Our holiday committee outdid themselves in decorating the tables in a blue, white, and silver array of trees, stars, angels and other festive traditional items. The raff le basket committee, Becky Thomas and Tina Schrader, provided a plethora of baskets and other items which were donated by members of the club. All proceeds of our raff les are collected to provide an annual scholarship for a deserving student in the culinary program. Once again, our generous members gave from their hearts and we collected a record amount for the program. The holiday party was an overwhelming success according to many of the attendees. The food was delicious, the students were amazing, and we truly enjoyed each others' company. Our next meeting is Fri., Jan. 3 from 1 pm to 3 pm in the Clubhouse Oakmont Rooms. All Solera residents are welcome as this meeting will be used as a membership drive and club information session. We will ask you for your ideas for the new year and sign up those interested in our committees. Finally, the 2025 Solera Bon Appetit Cooking Club Board will be President, Carolyn Keierleber; Vice President, Mark Schrader; Secretary, Debbie Eudy; and Treasurer, Janet Carpenter. All of us are available for your inquiries about this fun and educational club via email at bonappetitsolera@aol.com or ckeier2000@yahoo.com, phone/text (858) 736-5141. ~ Carolyn Keierleber BON APPETIT CLUB December's holiday luncheon was a success because of the hard work by our Holiday Luncheon Committee. Overseen by committee chair, Judy Ferguson, the committee members were Ronnie Zacker, Sheila Kelly, Polly Baker, and Bon Appetit Board liaisons Bianca Ralston and Carolyn Keierleber. The the club. All proceeds of our raff les are collected to provide an annual scholarship for a deserving generous members gave from their hearts and we collected a record amount for the program. The holiday party was an overwhelming success

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