Medford Leas - MLRA Committees Lumberton

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Committees: Lumberton Campus

Lumberton Campus Communications to index

The Communications Comittee oversees the coordination of the resident Cluster Groups, the drafting of the Handbook, production of the Newsletter, updating of the Resident Directory. This committee also oversees the Campus Mail.

Lumberton Community Center to index

The Community Center Committee includes the following subcommittees:

Art Gallery subcommittee selects and hangs qrtwork of distinguished resident artists.
Building Audit subcommittee regularly inspects the Community Center.
Bulletin Board subcommittee sets rules regarding the use of the limited space on the Bulletin Boards and keeps the posted material current.
Kitchen subcommittee maintains the supplies in the kitchen and keeps the refrigerator cleard of outdated foods and beverages
Library and Bookmobile subcommittee organizes and manages books, DVDs, and audio books donated by residents. The collection is reviewed periodically and excess or outdated books are donated to the Medford Leas Annual Community Day Book Sale. Books are not returned to those who donated them. The Bookmobile schedule is posted on the Bulletin Board.
Reservations subcommittee coordinates the calendar of Great Room reservations

Lumberton Pool and Fitness to index

The Pool and Fitness Center Committee, in consultation with the Fitness Staff, sets the rules and regulations for the Fitness Center and swimming pool and the scheduling of organized activities in these areas.

Each April the opening of a the outdoor, heated pool is celebrated with a "Polar Bear Dip" which includes a ribbon cutting ceremony, food, plenty of horse-play. View a slideshow of the 2007 event. From May through September one-hour Water Exercise classes are offered three times a week. The Water Volley Ball enthusiasts play twice a week at 10:30 on Tuesday and Thursdays through October and twice a season there is a match with Kendal-Crosslands.

All Lumberton Campus residents have keys to the Community Building and thus the Fitness Center and its equipment are available to residents at any time. Exercise classes are led by a Fitness Department staff member three mornings a week and two afternoons a week staff is in the center to assist residents. Slideshow of Lumberton Campus fitness activities and an after-class lunch at a local diner.

Lumberton Social Activities to index

The Social Activies Committee organizes community dinner gatherings once a month, except June and November, in the Community Center Great Room or in the Holly Room at the Medford Campus. These include potluck suppers, catered dinners, and summer holiday picnics. The committee also oversees the Welcoming Committee, monthly Book Discussion Group, and Friday Night Games.

Lumberton Technologyto index

The Technology Committee is responsible for the following equipment located in the Community Center; Copier, Computer, Internet Wi-Fi, Printers, Audio Visual Equipment, Projection equipment, Headsets for the hearing-impaired (used with equipment in the Great Room), and the Low Vision Magnifier.

Committee members are trained on proper operation of the above equipment, and will be available to help residents become aware of what is available to them and how to use it. Training of residents may be done in semi-formal groups or one-on-one as needed for specific needs.

Committee members will be available to troubleshoot and correct problems with the equipment that may occur from time to time.

The Tech Committee will be responsible for posting and updating instructions for the equipment described above, as well as obtaining supplies and maintenance for all equipment.

Lumberton Tennis to index

The Tennis Committee supervises maintenance of the tennis courts and sets the rules and regulations. They organize play schedules, lessons by tennis pros, indoor play in winter, and social events.

Lumberton Trails and Site to index

The Trails and Site Committee oversees the nine wooded trails in the 45 acre wetland area below the campus. They also oversee the paved walkway, the canoe dock, the meadow, the benches, the community vegetable garden and general outdoor areas with the cooperation of the Medford Leas Landscape and Maintenance Departments. Link to Trails and Site "Committee Room" on mlra.wikispaces.org

Lumberton Workshop to index

The Workshop Committee supervises the running of the workshop which proves a place for residents to use the many fine tools that have been donated and provides services for all residents.