Vol. 31 Number 3 March 2014 www.lakejunaluskacommunity.com

March Events 3/5 Junaluska Meeting 10AM BWC 3/9 Vespers 5PM HC 3/15 Lake Clean Up Day 8:30AM KC 3/17 Happy St Patrick’s Day 3/18 Tuscola Garden Club 10AM STL 3/18 Junaluskan Dinner 5:30PM TH 3/19 Book Review 10AM STL 3/19 Christian Writers Fellowship 1-3PM LC 3/20 Live & Learn 2PM BWC 3/27-30 Peace Conference

Locations: BWC: Bethea Welcome Center HC: Harrell Center KC: Kern Center LC: Long’s Chapel STL: Susan Todd Lounge TH: Terrace Hotel Opportunities for Travel: July 15-23, 2014 Wesley Heritage Tour led by Bishop Larry Goodpaster. October 14-23 2014 Wesley in Ireland (Includes visit to Ring of Kerry, the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher) led by Tom & LaVon Sigmon. Upcoming: Journey Through the Bible, 11 days in the Holy Land beginning Feb. 9, 2015. Led by Bishop Larry Goodpaster. More information: Contact Tom & LaVon at [email protected] or 704-5327167

Lake Junaluska, NC 28745

As I sat listening to Bill Hollingsed, Waynesville Chief of Police, share his faith journey at vespers in February I thought, “without this gathering I would never have known this fine young man.” That made me start thinking about the folks who have shared the diverse aspects of their life at these meetings and how vespers has brought us closer as a community. One of the first vesper services I attended after moving back to Junaluska featured a retired minister (yep, we’ve got a plethora of those) who, in another life, was a professional baseball player! More recently we heard from a guy whose jumping over hedges coming home from school helped him become a high school track star, and receive a track college scholarship; he earned a first place NAIA award in track. Another presenter spends a lot of time behind bars—sharing his faith and ministering to prisoners. Another speaker worked after retirement as a volunteer helping hundreds achieve the dream of owning a new home. We’ve discovered several artists—one who designs calendars she sells in her shop, others whose oil paintings or water colors adorn walls in our homes. We also came across some good photographers who share their art in calendars and note cards. We’ve found several writers in our midst—some who have written books, others who are published in newspapers, and many who write Christian literature. A few poets live among us—some very good and some. . .well, a few who should keep their day jobs. Several surprises came from musicians who revealed earlier vocations poles apart from the performers and conductors we know and love. Did you know we had one speaker who met her husband on line? And we’ve had preachers and persons in law enforcement pick up a guitar and sing—they were even able to carry a tune! Several times family members of the presenters played the piano or violin to accompany family vocalists. And who can forget the minister who grew up in Canton but saw the second plane fly into the south tower of the World Trade Center on 9-11. We have heard from folks whose families have been Junaluskans for several generations and from several persons from outside the Assembly. Staff members have told us about life experiences far removed from the person we see on a daily basis. It seems more ministers have participated in our vespers thus far, followed closely by educators. We’ve heard from individuals who had a wonderful childhood and others whose early years were very sad. Some are eager to share their stories; others have been reluctant until someone (usually Dr. Wright Spears) talked them into taking part. Presenters often tell what a growth experience the process was for them. But I don’t think any participant has any idea how many lives they have touched by sharing their personal stories. One thing I know for sure: we are a closer knit Junaluska family because of the many who have shared their journey at vespers. Marie Metcalf, President of Junaluskans

Broadway Star J. Mark McVey Will Perform at The Junaluskan’s Dinner March 18 J. Mark McVey, who made his Broadway debut as Jean Valjean in 'Les Miserables' after having won the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Actor, will present an evening of Broadway music at the March 18 dinner meeting of the Junaluskans. He was also the first American to perform the role in London's West End. In 2008, Mark reprised the role with the Los Angeles Philharmonic to sold-out crowds at the Hollywood Bowl and again in May, 2011, on the 25th Anniversary Tour of Les Miserables where he won the Ovation Award and the BroadwayWorld.com Award on his way to eclipsing 3,268 performances in Les Mis. McVey made his Carnegie Hall debut with Mr. Marvin Hamlisch and continues to perform with numerous symphonies around the country and the world. His television credits include America's Got Talent and All My Children. Mark made his PBS debut with the Boston Pops and followed that performance with the PBS Christmas Special for the U.S. Military Troupes where he was featured with Marvin Hamlisch and The National Symphony Orchestra. Mark also appeared in the PBS Special ‘A Tale of Two Cities in Concert.’ Other Broadway and NY Credits include; Captain Walker in The Who's "Tommy," Tommy Tunes' "The Best Little Whore House Goes Public," the Off-Broadway revival of "Chess," "Hey Love" the critically acclaimed musical review of Mary Rogers' music, conceived and directed by Richard Maltby, Jr., "A Helluva Town" the Bernstein review at Rainbow & Stars, "The Show Goes On," with Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt and Midnight In The Garden Of Good And Evil staring Margaret Whiting. National Tours and Regional works include: Carousel, Chess, My Fair Lady, South Pacific, Seven Brides and the Hal Prince production of "Show Boat." You will not want to miss this very special program. Tickets for the Junaluskans dinner are available at the Bethea Welcome Center. The meal will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Terrace back dining room. The J. Mark McVey concert will be immediately following the dinner in Terrace Auditorium. Put March 18 on your calendar NOW!

Submitted by Marie Metcalf

Page 2 ONE OF OUR OWN by Pat Maier One of our own, Ken Zulla, was honored with a Haywood County Community Pride Award on Feb. 26 in abstentia, (because he was having back surgery at the exact time of the award ceremony) The Commission for a Clean County (CCC) announces the Community Pride Awards. This program honors businesses, community groups, civic clubs, schools, and individuals for exceptional efforts in the categories of litter pick-up and control, recycling, beautification of public areas and environmental stewardship, which includes "green building". Community Pride winners are chosen based on quality of effort, quality of work actually done, and consistency in good practices, and commitment of those involved in the project. Ken Zulla, as a Lake Junaluska resident has devoted much time, energy, and money to organize the annual Spring Lake Junaluska Clean-up Day. Ken recruits a Boy Scout troop to help with these clean-up projects as a service project. You may not be aware that when Ken became unable (because of back problems) to do as much picking up of litter as in the past, he personally paid an unemployed person to pick-up litter around the lake. That not only got the lake cleaned up weekly, but gave an unemployed person a job. GOOD JOB KEN!! WE ARE PROUD TO CALL YOU ONE OF US!!

PROOF OF HEAVEN to be reviewed by Dr. Mollie Weaver The March Book Review on Wednesday, March 19, at 10:00 a.m. will feature Dr. Mollie Weaver who will review the book, Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife, by Eben Alexander, M.D. This is the remarkable, life-changing journey of a highly successful neurosurgeon who had always discounted stories of near-death experiences---that is, until he had his own near-death experience. The book is a fascinating account of his personal journey beyond this world that changed his life, and his thinking. Dr. Weaver is the perfect person to review this book! Mollie, a resident of Waynesville, is an outstanding pediatrician and an engaging presenter. Married to Dr. Jim Weaver and the mother of three daughters, Mollie is an active in her church and in her community. She is personally acquainted with the author of this amazing book. Come and bring a friend to the Susan Todd Lounge on March 19. All are welcome.. Betsy Hardin

Prayer:

Ikebana is the Japanese disciplined art of flower arranging that originated in the ancient past from the worship practices and teachings of Buddhist monks. Lucy Rouse has been studying and working to expand and perfect her knowledge and abilities in this expressive minimal art form for many years and she is a noted expert in creating stunning Ikebana arrangements. Tuscola Garden Club will feature Lucy Rouse as guest speaker on Tuesday, March 18 at the Bethea Welcome Center. Members and guests will gather at 9:30 a.m. for the 10:00 presentation. Visitors are welcome. Call 452-7176 for information or directions. Sally Jones, Publicity

Christian Writers Fellowship

Clothes to Kids received 100 pairs of brand new tennis shoes this week from a global, non-profit organization based in Nashville, Tennessee, called Soles4Souls. This organization operates as the middle person who accepts donations from shoe companies and sends them to organizations that give them away to people in need. The tennis shoes are brightly colored and the latest of styles! 100 children in Haywood County are going to be thrilled!! We are so grateful. Sylvia Russell

Caring and Sharing

Ikebana Flower Arranging

At the March meeting of CWF we have a special guest. Therefore, we are changing our meeting date until the 2nd Wed. See you at Long's Chapel, March 12, 1-3 pm Room # 210. Cecil Murphy will be here to share his ministry and his books with us. Call Lucy Adams, 456-7045, for further details. Not too late to join the Junaluskans. Membership forms and the free 2014 Directory is available at the Welcome Center.

We

are approaching 500 members, you don't want to be left out. With so many people changing small items, like cell phone numbers and Email addresses, there are close to 100 changes

Blurbs from “Junaluska Joy,” a cookbook published by Junaluska Historical Society in 1982.

already to the 2014 Directory. For those

From the bluff overlooking the narrows there was an old rope swing where young people loved to hold on to and then drop into the lake below.

sheets are available at the Welcome Cen-

who are already Junaluskans, the correction ter.

If you are going to be joining, the

correction sheet is included in your 2014 Directory.

Don Keck, Membership Secretary

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Ginny Patten Frank and Bobbie Dillard Jeanette Shaver Gerald Jacobson Catherine McDonald Janet Lilly Mary K. Turkington Ken Zulla Don Brown

All the persons who have/had the flu

Please send any notices to:

Pat Maier 828-452-9592 [email protected]

Your sympathy in our recent loss will long be remembered. Thank you sincerely for all that you did for us during that time. Junaluska is a great place to live. Thanks for the cards, prayers, calls, visits, food and concern. We love you. Jeannette Shaver & family Junaluska Fire Department will be hosting a blood drive at the fire station on Monday, March 10, 2014 from 2:00pm until 6:30pm. The fire station is located at 90 Old Clyde Road Lake Junaluska next to Junaluska Post Office. All donors are automatically enetered into a drawing for 1 of 3 $1000 gift cards to be given away by the American Red Cross. To schedule an appointment, call Larry at 828-456-9934 or call the American Red Cross at1-800-Red Cross (800-733-2767) and request to donate blood at Junaluska Fire Department. Blood can be donated every 56 days. Double red donations can also be taken at this drive. Blood is in short supply this time of year. GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE and feel proud that you have helped save a life. Larry Stout

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From the desk of Jack Ewing, Executive Director I want to give you some brief updates on a number of issues that I believe you will find interesting. 

Lake Lowered - As you have noticed the lake has been lowered. The primary purpose for this was to prevent water from going over the spillway to allow for some minor repairs to it. In addition to that we will be building a new boat launch and fishing pier on the north side of the pool while the water is down. We may also be able to remove a little of the accumulated sediment at the mouths of Richland Creek and Factory Branch (by the Bethea Welcome Center). The Army Corps of Engineers requires us to have the lake back at full pool by April 15 so you should start to see it coming back up around the first of April.

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Children’s Playground – With a very generous financial commitment from the Junaluska Associates we are planning a major renovation to the playground behind the Wilson Children’s Building in 2014. We had hoped that we could complete this project this winter prior to the 2014 summer season. For a variety of reasons we have decided to not start the project until after the summer season ends. You should notice a lot of activity (of the construction type) by the middle of August.

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Boat Dock and Fishing Pier – Thanks to a major gift by Walton Garrett we will be constructing a new boat dock and fishing pier just to the north of the swimming pool. Not only will this project brighten up the areas on both sides of the pool but it will provide a wonderful location for children (and their grandparents) to “wet a line” in our lake.

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Former Private Boat “Storage” Area – In the area to the south of the swimming pool where private boats where piled on the ground we will be converting this space into an attractive contemplative space with an additional bench and nice landscaping. The docks will not be removed at this time.

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Terrace Hotel Updates – The mattresses on the 4th and 5th floors of the Terrace Hotel will be replaced with new queen size mattresses. New sheets and towels will be purchased as well. While we are not able to renovate the bathrooms in the Terrace to the level we aspire to at this time we feel it is a good next step to have great beds and linens in our most heavily used hotel.

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Jones Dining Hall – As I have previously reported, we will be “winterizing” Jones Dining Hall in 2014 by replacing the original windows with modern double pane windows and installing a heating and air conditioning system. While there are additional improvements that will be made, as funds are available, we believe this improvement will be one of the most significant for us as this wonderful space becomes more usable year-round.

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Lambuth Inn – I will provide an update for you on the Lambuth renovation project after the Board of Trustees meeting March 6 & 7.

How blessed we all are to have this amazing place called Lake Junaluska to be our place of residence or, at least, a place we enjoy regularly. Stay tuned, there are many more improvements coming our way in the future.

Live and Learn Attention all Dog Lovers! Question:“Could my dog be a better household companion? What knowledge can I learn that will help my dog be happier and easier to live with?” The next Live and Learn Program on March 20th at 2:00pm at the Bethea Welcome Center is one that you will not want to miss! Debra ThomasShigematsu will teach the program. She is a Professional Horse Trainer, but also teaches Agility and Obedience for dogs at Creature Comfort Dog Center. Debra owns and competes four dogs of her own and shows as a National competitor in Agility and Obedience. She will gives practical advice and answer questions of importance to you on how to help your dog become the easiest and best companion to live with. Invite friends and family who are also dog lovers. Note: The Trip to Disney, originally scheduled, has been canceled until some future date. Dot Thomas-Shinn

Beautiful Lake Junaluska a place for all seasons!

Lake Clean-up/Pick-up Day Saturday, March 15th

The Lake is down, so there is a lot to pick up.  Meet at the Kern Center lakeside porch at 9:30 AM.  Pick-up sticks, Gloves, Trash bags will be furnished  Coffee and some refreshments will be available Bad weather date will be March 22, 2014 Contact Pat Stewart 452-5312 or Buddy Young 452-5911 with questions.

Page 4 Rev. James Hart Day at Clyde Central UMC Clyde Central United Methodist Church celebrated Rev. James Hart day on February 16. After the worship service where Jim’s family and visiting friends were recognized the entire church gathered for a potluck luncheon and fellowship. Then the real fun began! Sarah Queen Brown, emcee, was supported by the Hart Throbs, a musical group that changed lyrics of songs from Heart to Hart—as in “Hart of My Heart.” Jim was presented an award by the Mayor of Clyde; he was also offered the Keys to the City of Clyde, but only on loan. Jim was praised for his 15 years of service to the church as Minister of Visitation then “roasted” by many of the same folks. Everyone wore bow ties and a parade of the many “hats” Jim has worn over the years included one from his Junaluska years as Santa. Lawrence Braxton and Marie Metcalf, who worked for many years with Jim at Lake Junaluska, were invited to join the “roast.” Lawrence did most of the “roasting” recalling a time when Jim was stopped on suspicion of drunk driving while transporting a group of staff (in a Junaluska van) because he was driving all over the road while he “talked” with his hands as he entertained his riders with a tall tale. Marie recalled how Jim at one time sold bags of food for the ducks to persons walking around the Lake— and now the lake can’t get rid of “Jim’s well-fed ducks.” In my opinion Jim deserved all the praise for his life of service, but he also deserved the “roasting” as well. Congratulations, Jim!

Lake Clean-up/Pick-up Day Saturday, March 15th Kern Center 9:30AM

The Lake is down, so there is a lot to pick up Pick-up sticks, Gloves, Trash bags will be furnished. Coffee and some refreshments will be available Bad weather date will be March 22, 2014 Questions?? Contact: Pat Stewart 452-5312 or Buddy Young 452-5911 .

Deadline: Lake Views and News March 25,2014 Diana Foederer, Editor (828)452-9164 [email protected]

Annual 5K Run/Walk Lake Junaluska On April 19th we will be holding our annual Friends of the Lake 5K Run/Family Walk. This is a fundraising event to help us raise money to support the annual maintenance and improvement of the recreation areas at Lake Junaluska. The race starts at 8:30am and the walk will immediately follow. The course will begin and end at the Nanci Weldon Gym. If you

register by April 4th, you will receive a T-shirt. Even if you are not interested in participating in the run/walk, you can help us spread the word about the event. Invite a family member or friend to participate. Ask your church or local business if they would be willing to post a flyer regarding our event. Tell me if you know of a business or individual who might consider being a sponsor. Volunteer to help us on race day. Registration forms for the run/walk can be picked up at the Welcome Center, Administration Building or printed off the website at lakejunaluska.com/ friends-of-the-lake. If you would like a flyer to give to a church or business or if you have any questions, please contact me. We appreciate your continued support of Lake Junaluska! Melissa Aldridge Annual Fund Coordinator (828) 454-6680

Vespers Sunday March 9th 5:00Pm Harrell Center Auditorium The Faith Sharer will be Bishop Charlene Kammerer, a native of Florida and now a resident of Lake Junaluska. Charlene is a graduate of Weslyan College, Macon, Georgia, Garrett-Evangelical Seminary, Evanston, Illinois, and has a D. Min. from Union Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio. She served in parish ministry, campus ministry (Duke), and as a District Superintendent, Tallahassee District, Florida. The first woman bishop elected in the Southeastern Jurisdiction, she served both the Western North Carolina Conference and the Virginia Conference, eight years each. She and her husband, Leigh, have one son and three grandchildren. Jim & Glener Gilland

Trip Planned for Scandinavia/St. Petersburg, Russia I will be taking a group to Scandinavia/St.Petersburg,Russia/Germany June 13-25, 2014 and this is your invitation to join us. We will fly from New York to Copenhagen (Denmark) and overnight in a first class hotel, then board the Norwegian Star Cruise Ship, our 1st stop is Warnemunde, Germany with a side trip to Berlin. Next is the ancient/beautiful town of Tallinn, Estonia. Two days in St Petersburg & then return to Stockholm fior our trip back home. Cost of $3,499 includes round trip air fare from NY, cruise taxes, government taxes and airline fuel charge, Transfers, hotel Accommodations, etc. Brochure available upon request. Call for more details if interested: Bob Fulbright 828-246-2451

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Nancy Coghill, Treasurer

2014 BUDGET

January

February

YTD

Balance AMOUNT

Bank Balance 02/24/2014 (Includes Operating

OVER/UNDER

Funds plus Special Accounts): 31,780.82

0

0

$4,530.00

$3,820.00

BUDGET

RECEIPTS: Flea Market Member Contributions Miscellaneous (brought forward from 2013) Miscellaneous Gifts Tent Fund Transfer TOTAL INCOME

$12,200.00 $7,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,556.00

$1,845.81

$0.00

($12,200.00)

$8,350.00

$850.00

$1,845.81

$1,845.81

$0.00

$0.00

$1,556.01

$1,556.01

$0.01

$5,376.01

$11,751.82

($9,504.18)

$279.75

($3,220.25)

$0.00

($200.00)

$0.00

($500.00)

$21,256.00

$6,375.81

$3,500.00 $200.00 $500.00 $100.00

$279.75

$4,300.00

$279.75

$1,000.00 $4,200.00 $1,750.00 $150.00 $1,500.00 $750.00

$25.85

$81.99

$89.07

$171.06

($578.94)

$9,350.00

$163.67

$89.07

$252.74

($9,097.26)

$150.00 $500.00 $300.00 $700.00 $2,100.00 $1,000.00 $300.00 $500.00 $200.00 $500.00 $300.00

$24.08

$0.00

$24.08

($125.92)

$0.00

$0.00

($500.00)

$0.00

$0.00

($300.00)

Total Ministries & Fellowship

$6,550.00

$49.08

$0.00

$49.08

($6,500.92)

Miscellaneous & Special Projects

$1,056.00

$564.06

$25.00

$589.06

($466.94)

EXPENSES: Administration Printing/LV&N Copies Fund Raising Postage Supplies Total Administration

$0.00

$0.00

($100.00)

$279.75

($4,020.25)

$25.85

($974.15)

$0.00

($4,200.00)

$0.00

($1,750.00)

Services & Beautification Asbury Trail Gardens, Rosewalk, etc. Corneille Native Garden Environment Seasonal Decorations Swan Feeding Program Total Services & Beautification

$55.83

$0.00

($150.00)

$55.83

($1,444.17)

Ministries & Fellowship Caring & Sharing Community Chorus Lake Junaluska Singers Heritage Center Junaluskans Dinners & Programs Library Live & Learn LJA Staff Christmas Party Book Review Childcare Internet Service

$25.00

$0.00

($300.00)

$0.00

$0.00

($700.00)

$0.00

$0.00

($2,100.00)

$0.00

$0.00

($1,000.00)

$0.00

$25.00

($275.00)

$0.00

$0.00

($500.00)

$0.00

$0.00

($200.00)

$0.00

$0.00

($500.00)

$0.00 TOTAL EXPENSES

$21,256.00

$1,056.56

$114.07

$1,170.63

($20,085.37)

$0.00

$5,319.25

$5,261.94

$10,581.19

$10,581.19

$0.00 PROFIT/LOSS (MONTHLY INCOME LESS EXPENSES)

775 JUNALUSKANS SPECIAL PROJECTS

Beginning Balance

p9095 - COMMUNITY CHORUS FUND

$2,202.31

p9096 - JUNALUSKANS SCHOLARSHIP

$6,140.03

p9098 - HELPING HAND FUND

$3,118.50

p9099 - JUNALUSKANS DIRECTORY FUND

$1,980.94

p9131 - ATHLETIC FIELD BEHIND BETHEA WELCOME CENTER

$6,473.40

p9102 - TERRACE TRAINS FUND p9103 - VESPERS FUND p9110 - LICENSE TAGS p9109 - BEAUTIFICATION DAY p9130 - FOOD MINISTRY p9101 - TENT FUND p9116 - LIVE AND LEARN TOTAL

772 ENDOWMENT FUND AS OF 12/31/2013 $1,195.73

EXPENSE

$1,435.00 $37.00 $38.00 $15.00

$1,016.33 $3,250.00

$174.60

$150.00

$1,367.00

$688.06 $1,556.01

$3,066.60

$8,641.34

$1,980.94

$162.13 $1,323.73

p9108 - SEASONAL DECORATIONS MEMORIAL

INCOME

$100.00

$25.00 $5.00 $902.39 $3,556.01 $1,585.75 $27,575.19

YTD BALANCE

$2,620.98 $2,927.03 $3,156.50 $15.00 $6,473.40 $162.13 $1,348.33 $100.00 $25.00 $5.00 $1,581.33 $2,000.00 $1,585.75 $22,000.45