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The lure of chocolate brought out over 80 residents to our meeting in January. New President Suzi Messick introduced her new board. Vice Presidents Carol Herwig and Connie Cutner presented the program on trivia of chocolate. Chocolate is thought to date back at least to 1900 BC where the Olmec Indians in southern Mexico used it as a ritual drink. In its pure form it is bitter. Milk, sugar and spices were later added in the 19th century to make it more popular. The first chocolate bar was produced by Cadbury in 1842 in England. Milton Hersey was a caramel candy maker and in 1893 started covering his caramel in chocolate. The average American will eat about 10 to 12 pounds of chocolate a year. Dark chocolate is thought to be good for the heart. Join us March 27 for "It's A Wrap… The Many Uses Of Phyllo Dough." Our speaker will be Nitsa Houvardes of the Fat Greek restaurant in Yucaipa. As a native of Greece, Nitsa's food is authentic Greek. Learn the many uses of phyllo dough and get many delicious recipes. There will be some delicious samples for tasting. Mark your calendars for Fri., March 2,7 at 11 am in the South Clubhouse. Next month, look for information on "What Goes On A Cracker" on Fri., April 27. Info., Carolyn, 797-3568. Happy Cookers SOCIAL CLUBS & GROUPS | SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | MARCH 2015 | 15 Restaurant & Lounge Delightful Dining… You can now buy a delicious sweet to take home with you. There is a display on the reception desk in the restaurant. The items are all ready to go and cost $2 each. After much discussion, the committee decided not to host Monday Night Football. In the past there was not enough attendance to support the effort or expense. Chorale French At our first meeting of 2015, the Chorale of Sun Lakes added six members, all ready for beautiful harmonies and warm new friendships. Under the direction of Bob Jensen and accompanied by Lisa Yarbrough, our spring concert in May will feature 21 selections that are sure to warm your hearts. We still have room for more members! Join by attending our rehearsals every Monday morning from 9:30 am to 12:15 pm in the Main Clubhouse Ballroom. See you there! Bonjour! Voulez-vous parlez-vous Francais? The Recreation Department invites you to join this new beginners' French class. Classes are Tuesdays, 4 to 5:30 pm in the Main Clubhouse Multipurpose Room. The first class is March 1 and classes are free. The sign up sheet is located at the Main Clubhouse reception desk. Instructor Madame Chantal notes that intermediate students are also welcomed to enroll in the ongoing class that is held Fridays at 2:15 pm in the bus room. A bientot.